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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Date: October 19, 2021
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Through: Ronald Burton, City Manager
From: Clyde Trahan, Interim Director of Utilities
RE: P.R. 22176 Centrifuge Repair at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
Introduction:
The intent of this Agenda Item is to seek City Council's authorization for the repair of a
centrifuge for sludge removal. Alfa Laval, of Houston, Texas, was chosen to do the repair in
the amount of $32,600.00. Funds are available in Account No. 410-40-225-5318-00-00-000,
Equipment Maintenance.
Background:
The Port Acres Wastewater Treatment Plant has a large Alfa Laval centrifuge to process
sludge at this facility. This unit is estimated at $1,000,000 each. It has been in service for the
last 9 years, and occasionally requires repair. Currently, the bearings have gone out and some
ceramic tiles are missing from the scroll of the units. There are no Port Arthur vendors that
provide this specialized service. This is the only vendor in Texas that makes these repairs; the
next closest vendor is in Pennsylvania.
Budget Impact:
This is an expensive and complex unit that operates in the harshest of environments. As such,
it demands a very stringent preventive maintenance program, and is recommended for re-build
every 5-6 years. The above mentioned repair, in the amount of$32,600.00, has funds available
in Account No. 410-40-225-5318-00-00-000, Equipment Maintenance.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that City Council approve P. R. No. 22176, authorizing the repair of the
centrifuge at the Port Acres Wastewater Treatment Plant.
"Remember, we are here to serve the Citizens of Port Arthur"
P. R. No. 22176
10/19/21 bw
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REPAIR OF AN
ALFA LAVAL CENTRIFUGE BY ALFA LAVAL, OF
HOUSTON, TEXAS WITH A PROJECTED BUDGETARY
IMPACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $32,600.00, FUNDING IS
AVAILABLE IN WATER UTILITIES ACCOUNT NO. 410-
40-225-5318-00-00-000,EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE.
WHEREAS, the Port Acres Wastewater Treatment Plant uses a centrifuge to process
sludge; and,
WHEREAS,the centrifuge has become inoperable and is in need of repair; and,
WHEREAS, Alfa Laval of Houston, Texas provided a quote of $32,600.00 to
disassemble, clean, inspect and rebuild the rotating assembly and gearbox; and,
WHEREAS, this procurement is authorized pursuant to Section 252.022(a)(3) of the
Texas Local Government Code, because of the unforeseen damage to public machinery,
equipment or other property.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR:
THAT, the City Council of the City of Port Arthur hereby authorizes the repair to the
centrifuge by Alfa Laval of Houston, Texas, in the total amount of$32,600.00 (Exhibit "A");
and,
THAT, this project will be funded by the Water Utilities Account No. 410-40-225-5318-
00-00-000, Equipment Maintenance; and,
THAT a copy of the caption of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the City
Council.
READ, ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS day of , 2021
at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur. Texas, by the following
vote:
P. R. No. 22176
10/19/21 bw
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AYES: Mayor ;
Councilmembers:
NOES:
Thurman"Bill" Bartie
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Sherri Bellard Valecia izeno
City Secretary City Attorney
APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION:
Ronald Burton
City Manager
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Clyd rahan
Interim Director of Utilities
APPROVED AS TO AVAILABILITY OF
FUNDS:
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Kandy Daniel
Interim Director of Finance
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Clifton illiams, CP B
Purchasing Manager
Exhibit "A"
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August 24th, 2021
City of Port Arthur Alfa Laval Inc.
Port Acres VVVVfP 10470 Deer Trail Drive
Houston, TX 77038
Danny Thibodeaux USA
Tel: +1 713-934-3166
Budgetary DCI and Overhaul Quotation
www.alfalaval.us
Mr. Thibodeaux,
Below is our budgetary estimate to DCI (disassemble, clean, inspect) and rebuild your G2-75
Rotating Assembly SN: 5125949 and gearbox.
DCI of Centrifuge includes:
• Completely disassemble, clean and inspect rotating assembly and gearbox
• Prepare formal quotation advising recommended repairs and cost to rebuild rotating
assembly and gearbox
Complete Rebuild of R/A and Gearbox *See Note
Overhaul of Centrifuge includes:
• Replace all o-rings and gaskets in Rotating assembly and Gearbox with genuine Alfa Laval
replacement components
• Assemble and prepare conveyor for balancing
• Balance conveyor assembly to OEM specifications
• Install Conveyor in bowl assembly
• Assemble Rotating Assembly and Gearbox complete
• Final inspection and prepare for paint
• Paint and palletize for shipment
• Ship Rotating Assembly to customer site
Total Price for above listed services: $27,500.00
Field Service Start up assistance$1800 day (2 days) $ 3,600.00
Freight: $ 1,500.00
Total $32,600.00
* Note: Above pricing is based upon the unit being flushed prior to shut down. If for some reason the
unit cannot be flushed or large amounts of product are in Rotating Assy. upon receipt, additional
charges may apply. The quotation is for Standard overhaul and does not include repairs revealed
during DCI of Rotating Assembly and gearbox
Once your machine has been cleaned and completely inspected, Alfa Laval will provide a complete
inspection report detailing all findings, recommended repairs and any additional costs. No repairs
shall be performed without the prior written consent of authorized personnel from Port Acres.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at my office 713-934-3166, on my cell
phone 281-772-2720 or via email tommy.cegielski(a�alfalavai.com. contact Eric Hawrylo at 832-683-
9799 eric.hawrvlo a(�alfalaval.com or contact John Lester at 713-906-6779.
Regards,
Tom Cegielski
Technical Coordinator
www.alfalaval.us