Title
Aquatics Equipment, Accessories and Services - Cooperative Contract (Ordinance S-46290)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to allow the use of the National Purchasing Partners (NPPGov) cooperative solicitation with Vortex Aquatic Structures International to purchase a wide range of splash pad equipment, accessories and services for the Parks and Recreation Department. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $100,000.
Report
Summary
The resulting contract will support efforts to repair and replace current splash pad equipment and accessories throughout the City. Many of the existing splash pad equipment and accessories are at the end of their lifecycle and this contract will ensure that the department can purchase necessary parts and equipment to enhance and support the quality of recreational programs and services that are provided to the residents of Phoenix. The splash pad equipment and accessories will be used in various park locations throughout the City.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, a participating agreement is required when the City uses a cooperative agreement. The City is a member of NPPGov and the contract was awarded through a competitive process, consistent with the City's procurement processes, as set forth in the Phoenix City Code, chapter 43. Utilization of this agreement allows the City to benefit from national governmental pricing and volume discounts.
The Chief Financial Officer recommends the City's participation in this agreement with Vortex Aquatics Structures International be accepted.
Contract Term
The three-year contract term will begin on or about Jan. 9, 2020.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $100,000, with estimated annual expenditures of $33,333.33. Funds are available in the Parks and Recreation Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone, and the Parks and Recreation and Finance departments.