Department
Public Works
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Department of Public Works, 23ITB08142023A-JWT, Large Water Meter Installation, in an amount not to exceed $300,000.00, with Jewel of the South, Inc. (Conyers, GA), to provide large water meter installation services. This action exercises the second of two renewal options. No renewal options remain. Effective dates: January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date, 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☐
District 1 ☒
District 2 ☒
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: This contract provides for the installation of large water meters on unmetered fire services, a meter replacement program, and new installations for large water users.
Scope of Work: The large meter installation contract allows for the installation of large water meters (meters greater than 2”) on fire service lines and larger water lines serving new developments. Additionally, this contract allows for the replacement of existing large water meters when doing so is identified as necessary by Public Works staff.
The overall amount of work undertaken by this contract by the vendor will likely decrease over time as the Metering as a Service (MaaS) project is implemented in 2026. However, until such time when the MaaS vendor is fully engaged to install new water meters, this vendor (Jewel of the South) will continue to provide that service for Public Works.
Community Impact: The metering of large water services properly accounts for water consumption by large users of the water system.
Department Recommendation: The Department of Public Works recommends the renewal of the contract.
Project Implications: The service provides for timely installation of new large meter service while working with developers so as not to impact the development timetable.
Community Issues/Concerns: No community issues/concerns have been raised regarding this contract.
Department Issues/Concerns: The Department of Public Works has no concerns with the recommendation of the award.
Contract Modification:
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
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Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
23-0955 |
12/20/2023 |
$500,000.00 |
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1st Renewal |
24-0571 |
9/4/2023 |
$500,000.00 |
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2nd Renewal |
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$300,000.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$1,300,000.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information (Provide Contractor and Subcontractor details.)
Contract Value: $ 300,000.00
Prime Vendor: Jewel of the South
Prime Status: African American Female Busines Enterprise
Location: Conyers, GA
County: Rockdale County
Prime Value: $300,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Contract Value: $300,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $300,000.00 or 100.00%
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contract Renewal Evaluation Form
Exhibit 3: Contract Performance Report
Contact Information (Type Name, Title, Agency and Phone)
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Adriana Bustillos, Deputy Director, Public Works, 404-612-7407
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$500,000.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$500,000.00 |
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This Request: |
$300,000.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$1,300,000.00 |
Grant Information Summary
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Amount Requested: |
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Cash |
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Match Required: |
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In-Kind |
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Start Date: |
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Approval to Award |
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End Date: |
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Apply & Accept |
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Match Account $: |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
203-540-5453-1160: Water & Sewer R & E, Public Works, Professional Services - $300,000.00.
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 1/1/2026 |
End Date: 12/31/2026 |
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Cost Adjustment: |
Renewal/Extension Terms: No renewal options remain |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 85
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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4/1/2025 |
6/30/2025 |