HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-348.docAUGUST 28, 2001 01-348 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE:
WAIVE BIDS & PURCHASE MONITORS/LEAK DETECTION
EQUIPMENT PACKAGE FOR WATER DISTRIBUTION
INITIATED BY: PURCHASING DIVISION
WHEREAS, the Water Distribution Division has been experimenting with a number
of water leak detection devices and has determined that the TriCor Leak Correlator from
Fluid Conservation System Inc. provides the best service and is most compatible with City
of Oshkosh systems; and
WHEREAS, leak detection equipment will reduce the cost of repairing main breaks
by reducing the amount of concrete/asphalt required to be removed to make repairs; and
WHEREAS, this type of leak detection system is the most compatible with current
systems and is available from a single supplier and it is therefore necessary to waive bids
pursuant to section 12-10 of the Oshkosh Municipal Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the proper City officials are hereby authorized and directed to waive bids and
to purchase the Tricorr Leak Correlator from:
FLUID CONSERVATION SYSTEMS, INC.
2001 Ford Circle, Suite F
Milford, OH 45150
Total Package Cost: $45,150.00
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper City officials are hereby authorized
and directed to enter into an appropriate agreement for the purpose of same. Money for
this purpose is hereby appropriated from:
Acct. No. 541-1810-1794-00000 - Water Utility - Tool Shop Equipment