Title
Backflow Annual Testing and Inspection - IFB 16-124A (Ordinance S-47357)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to extend and allow additional expenditures under Contract 143007 with Metering Services Inc., for the supply and service of Backflow Annual Testing and Inspection for Public Works, Water Services, and Phoenix Convention Center Departments. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The additional expenditures will not exceed $84,500.
The City is working to competitively re-solicit the contract to ensure the City receives the services at the best possible value. An extension is necessary in order to ensure City services are not interrupted during the re-solicitation process.
Report
Summary
Backflow prevention devices are required for all domestic water supply piping, and must be tested annually and maintained to ensure proper operation and code compliance. This contract will provide backflow testing and inspection services for City-owned facilities. Without these services, the City of Phoenix would be unable to operate its public buildings, parks, and swimming pools.
Contract Term
The contract term will be extended through May 31, 2022.
Financial Impact
Upon approval of $84,500 in additional funds, the revised aggregate value of the contract will not exceed $1,597,000. Funds are available in the various Department's budgets.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
This contract was originally approved by City Council on June 1, 2016.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by City Manager Ed Zuercher and Finance Department.