Title
Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Nicor, Inc. for the purchase of water meter box lids.
Body
The City has a number of water meter boxes with metal lids in the distribution system. The metal lids are causing difficulty in the transmission of meter data as part of the City's conversion to an automated meter reading fixed network system.This agreement between the City of Round Rock and Nicor, Inc. is for the purchase of various sized plastic anti-float lids which are compatible for remote read meters located throughout the City's water supply system. The City solicited bids from vendors in November 2015 and Nicor, Inc. met the qualifications and submitted the bid with the lowest price for the City. The cost per lid is $41.15, and the City anticipates replacing approximately 6,000 lids this year which equates to $246,900. If additional lids are required to be purchased in the following years, the City will request additional funds for those lids at a later time. The term of this agreement is for 12 months from the effective award date. The agreement may be renewed for one additional period of time, not to exceed 12 months, provided both parties agree in writing.
Cost: $246,900.00
Source of Funds: Self-Financed Water Construction
Recommended Action
Staff Recommends Approval.