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Approval of Increase to Cap Price Agreement with James Cooke and Hobson Inc. (JCH) Covering Flygt Pumps, Parts, and Equipment
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The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (Water Authority) utilizes Flygt pumps in its wastewater treatment operations. These pumps require replacement parts and service. These pump manufacturers have identified JCH as their authorized distributor.
This product was procured pursuant to the authority contained in section 7(a)(21) of the Rules Governing Procurement for the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority. Resolution R-18-14 requires board approval for any purchase in an amount exceeding $500,000.
The Water Authority’s operations staff is recommending additional funding to be added to the price agreement cap to allow for continued purchase of these pumps through the end of the contract term. The estimated expenditure under this price agreement is expected to exceed $500,000, however actual expenses will be incurred as product is ordered.
If approved by the Board, the purchase order will be adjusted to include the increased contract cap. Approval of this item shall also serve as delegation of authority for the Executive Director to approve all future amendments to this contract, if any. Water Authority staff herby requests an increase to the price agreement cap with James Cooke and Hobson Inc for Flygt pumps, parts, and equipment to $750,000.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No impact on the FY2025 budget is expected since the purchase of these goods and/or services will be paid for with funds already appropriated for this specific purpose.