Broken Arrow Municipal Authority
Meeting of: 02-18-2025
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Ratification of the City Manager executed purchase order with Utility Supply for materials and services required for repairs to the 48-inch transmission City of Broken Arrow water main
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Background:
In mid-December of 2024, a substantial leak was discovered located on the 48-inch diameter transmission water main from the plant to the city. This line is the main water feed to the City's water supply system. City Staff subsequently reviewed the damage to the water line and determined that replacement of a joint of pipe will be required.
Since the entire joint of pipe must be replaced, staff immediately followed our purchasing policy and obtained quotes from various vendors or specialty contractors to procure the required pipe, fittings, and professional services to facilitate City staff in repairing of the impacted pipe. Due to the variety of repair options, staff solicited three separate options to weigh the cost, lead time, and installation times of each option.
After reviewing the benefits, concerns, procurement costs, and lead time for each of the above options, staff recommends proceeding with the Utility Supply w/ Rangeline Group proposal of $69,985.00. The gasketed pipe replacement option through Rangeline Group is a repeatable, long-term desired solution that staff can stock these items and install completely self-sufficiently going forward. Additionally, this option is the fastest available option for staff to acquire materials and perform the repairs.
Due to the strain on the water system currently, expedience of this repair is an upmost priority. Therefore, it is a public benefit in order to expedite the construction repair process and, thus, waive the competitive bidding requirements as allowed by Ordinance No. 3755, Section 2-27(b), Exception 8. Additionally, the Acting City Manager has executed this proposal through the Emergency Purchases authorization allowed by Section XV ...
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