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Approval of Increase to Price Agreement Contract Cap with W.W. Grainger, Inc. Providing Facilities MRO and Industrial Supplies
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The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (Water Authority) requests an increase to the price agreement cap with W.W. Grainger, Inc. for Facilities MRO and Industrial Supplies to $750,000.00
Resolution R-18-14 requires board approval for any purchase in an amount exceeding $500,000.
If approved by the Board, the Water Authority will issue an amended price agreement to enable W.W. Grainger, Inc. to continue to provide Facilities MRO and Industrial Supplies. This price agreement has been in place since January 1, 2025, and covers critical items needed for various departments across the Water Authority. Approval of this item shall also serve as delegation of authority for the Executive Director to approve all future amendments to this contract if required.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The requested increase of $250,000.00 will increase the total contract amount to $750,000.00 for the term of January 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026. The Water Authority has budgeted funds to cover this agreement.