HomeMy WebLinkAboutD. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS, INC. - PURCHASE OF A SLUDGE PUMPCity of Port Arthur, Texas
Mayor and City Council Communication
DATE REFERENCE SUBJECT PAGE
2010-CC-PD Authorization to Purchase a Positive Displacement
11-18-09 pump (Progressive Cavity) Sludge Pump for the Utility 1
Operations Department, Wastewater Treatment
Division.
RECOMMENDATION
We recommend the City Council authorize the purchase of a Positive Displacement (Progressive
Cavity) Sludge Pump from Environmental Improvements Inc., of Houston, TX, in the total amount of
$9,934.00.
BACKGROUND
This pump will replace an existing unit in the Main WWTP Dewatering Building. The existing pump is
worn out. Environmental Improvements Inc. is the only authorized Moyno Pump dealer in Texas, and
has provided a quote of $9,984.00 for this unit.
BUDGET/FISCAL EFFECT
Funds for this pump were budgeted in account #410-1256-532.92-00 at $9,000, leaving a negative
balance of $984, which is covered by savings already realized in capital expenditures this year. We
purchased an identical unit last year for $8,984.00, reflecting an 11.1 % increase.
STAFFING/EMPLOYEE EFFECT
City staff will install and operate this pump.
SUMMARY
We recommend the City Council authorize the purchase of Positive Displacement (Progressive Cavity)
Sludge Pump from Environmental Improvements Inc., of Houston, TX, in the total amount of $9,934.
Recommended:
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Director of Utility Operations
cc: Donna King
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Shawna Tubbs
Purchasing Manager
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APPROVED BY:
City Manager
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Deborah Echols
Director of Finance
410 W&S Fund
1256 Wastewater Treatment
532 Water Utilities
92 Capital Equipment
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