Description
Title: Authorize a contract for Ebara, Flygt, A-C Custom, Xylem, and Goulds pumps parts and services for Austin Water with James Mansfield d/b/a Mansfield Pump Company Llc d/b/a Mansfield Pump Company, for an initial term of three years with up to two one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $4,000,000. Funding: $555,556 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering a contract with Mansfield Pump Company LLC for essential parts and services for water and wastewater facilities, totaling up to $4 million over five years. This contract, which has an initial term of three years and two optional one-year extensions, is crucial for maintaining equipment efficiency, as Mansfield is the sole authorized distributor for several key pump manufacturers. The initial funding of $555,556 is allocated from the Austin Water Operating Budget for FY 2025-2026, with future funding dependent on budget availability. This legislation aims to ensure timely repairs of municipal pumps, preventing operational delays that could affect water services in the city.