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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 06.i Date: July 6, 2020 Item No. APPROVAL OF A PROPOSAL FROM FERGUSON WATERWORKS FOR THE PURCHASE OF WATER METER INTERFACE UNITS Proposed Action Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to approve a proposal from Ferguson Waterworks for the purchase of water meter interface units. Overview The City provides metered water service to more than 20,000 residential and commercial customers. Water meter interface units (MIUs) are radios that can be installed inside or outside of homes and can be read by the existing drive by meter reading system or a fixed base system in the future. Annually, the Utilities Division evaluates the age of the meters and recommends those meters that should be replaced or upgraded to a MIU. We normally replace 1,200 meters annually. This year due to Covid-19 we are only entering homes for emergencies. There are 1,118 meters that don’t have radios that were installed from 2010-2014. The proposed MIUs would be installed on the outside of the homes that don’t currently have a radio. The Utilities Division requested a proposal from Ferguson Waterworks for MIUs currently used within the system. The MIUs being purchased are compatible with and will not disrupt the City’s existing billing process. All MIUs installed by the City allow drive-by meter reading to limit access to the property and make data collection easier. Ferguson Waterworks provided a proposal for 1,118 MIUs for a cost of $100,620.00. Ferguson is the only local distributer for Neptune meters and MIUs. The purchase would decrease contract meter reading costs by $2,000.00 per year. Staff recommends approval of the proposal. Primary Issues to Consider • Are the MIUs compatible with the existing system? Yes, the MIUs being purchased are compatible our current meter reading system. Supporting Information • A copy of the proposal is attached. Financial Impact: $100,620.00 Budgeted: Yes Source: 7606.6295 Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): CIP, 2020 Budget Envision Lakeville Community Values: Good Value for Public Services Report Completed by: Shane Quade, Utilities Superintendent FERGUSON WATERWORKS #2518 1694 91ST AVE NE BLAINE, MN 55449-4311 Phone: 763-560-5200 Fax: 763-560-1799 Deliver To: From:Blake Swenson Comments: HOW ARE WE DOING? WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK! Scan the QR code or use the link below to complete a survey about your bids: https://survey.medallia.com/?bidsorder&fc=2518&on=24675 14:46:20 JUN 09 2020 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #2518 Price Quotation Phone: 763-560-5200 Fax: 763-560-1799 Bid No:B133603 Bid Date:05/14/20 Quoted By:BCK Cust Phone:952-985-4400 Terms:NET 10TH PROX Customer:CITY OF LAKEVILLE 18400 IPAVA AVE W ATTN: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 20195 HOLYOKE AVE LAKEVILLE, MN 55044 Ship To:CITY OF LAKEVILLE 18400 IPAVA AVE W ATTN: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 20195 HOLYOKE AVE LAKEVILLE, MN 55044 Cust PO#:R900 WALL MIU Job Name:METER ACCOUNT Page 1 of 1 Item Description Quantity Net Price UM Total N13341200 R900 V4 WALL MIU 1118 90.000 EA 100620.00 Net Total:$100620.00 Tax:$0.00 Freight:$0.00 Total:$100620.00 Quoted prices are based upon receipt of the total quantity for immediate shipment (48 hours). SHIPMENTS BEYOND 48 HOURS SHALL BE AT THE PRICE IN EFFECT AT TIME OF SHIPMENT UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. QUOTES FOR PRODUCTS SHIPPED FOR RESALE CONTACT YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE IMMEDIATELY FOR ASSISTANCE WITH DBE/MBE/WBE/SMALL BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS. ARE NOT FIRM UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. https://www.ferguson.com/content/website-info/terms-of-sale LEAD LAW WARNING: It is illegal to install products that are not "lead free" in accordance with US Federal or other applicable law in potable water systems anticipated for human consumption. Products with *NP in the description are NOT lead free and can only be installed in non-potable applications. Buyer is solely responsible for product selection. Seller not responsible for delays, lack of product or increase of pricing due to causes beyond our control, and/or based upon Local, State and Federal laws governing type of products that can be sold or put into commerce. This Quote is offered contingent upon the Buyer's acceptance of Seller's terms and conditions, which are incorporated by reference and found either following this document, or on the web at Govt Buyers: All items are open market unless noted otherwise.