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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: L. Eric Schoeny, P.E. Superintendent of Water and Sewer Maintenance
DATE: October 2, 2017
SUBJECT:
A resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to establish an open purchase order with Core & Main for the purchase of Sensus Omni Water Meters.
PURPOSE:
To provide a means for purchasing water meters. The water meters will be used in new developments and as replacements for worn out meters currently in use.
BACKGROUND:
Section 48-16 of the City of Aurora Code of Ordinances states that the City owns and is responsible for maintaining water meters. During the permit process, the permittee is charged a fee for a new water meter. The water meter is supplied to the development by the Water Meter Maintenance Division.
Several years ago the City decided to exclusively use Sensus brand water meters. The decision to use one brand of meter was based on the desire to simplify installation and maintenance. Core & Main (formerly HD Supply) is the sole source for Sensus water meters.
DISCUSSION:
The quantity of water meters needed throughout the year is based on demand from private developments as well as the need to replace worn out existing meters. Due to the inability to predict exact quantities for the various size meters, it is recommended that an open purchase order be prepared that establishes unit prices for the meters. The unit prices are based on a quote from Core & Main. The prices are valid through 2017. Funds for these purchases are included in the 2017 budget in account no. 510-4062-511.65-50 (Water and Sewer Fund).
IMPACT STATEMENT:
The requested purchase order is needed to allow private developments to connect to City water and to replace existing meters that no longer function.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Please consider recommending the attached resolution for approval.
cc: Alderman O'Connor, Chairman
Alderman Mesiacos
Alderman Bugg
Alderman Mervine, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _____...
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