DEPARTMENT
Public Works
REQUESTED ACTION (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of the lowest responsible bidder - Department of Public Works, 22ITBC073A-KM, Fire Hydrants and Parts in the amount of $386,728.00 with Core & Main, LP (Athens, GA), to provide fire hydrants and parts. Effective January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 with two renewal options. (APPROVED)
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-373, all competitive sealed bids of more than $100,000.00 shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREA RELATED TO THIS ITEM (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
COMMISSION DISTRICTS AFFECTED
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND: Department of Public Works recommends approval of lowest bidder, Core & Main, LP (Athens GA) to provide fire hydrants and parts.
Scope of Work: The contract provides fire hydrants and the associated parts to be installed by Fulton County Public Works crews or authorized contractors throughout the North Fulton water service area. Fire hydrants are part of the publicly maintained water system and Fulton County is responsible for the proper operation of fire hydrants in North Fulton County.
Community Impact: Negative firefighting protection can occur if the replacement system parts are not procured in a timely manner and the fire hydrant is taken out of service.
Department Recommendation: The Department of Public Works recommends approval of lowest responsible bidder to Core & Main, LP with two renewal options.
Project Implications: Failure to procure and maintain these items in stock can negatively impact the maintenance and operation of the water systems throughout North Fulton. Subsequen...
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