DEPARTMENT
Public Works
REQUESTED ACTION (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to increase spending authority - Public Works Department, 24ITBC1298468A-KM, Fire Hydrants and Parts in an amount not to exceed $238,570.00 with Core and Main, LP (Athens, GA), to provide fire hydrants and parts. Effective upon BOC approval. (APPROVED)
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-420, contract modifications within the scope of the contract and necessary for completion of the contract, in the specifications, services, time of performance or terms and conditions of the contract, 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: The Department of Public Works is requesting approval of an increase in spending authority, 24ITBC1298468A-KM, Fire Hydrants and Parts, to increase the unit prices as outlined in the attached pricing sheet.
Scope of Work: The contract with Core & Main provides fire hydrants and related components to be installed by Department of Public Works crews or authorized contractors throughout the North Fulton water service area. Fire hydrants are part of the County's publicly maintained water system, and the County is responsible for ensuring their proper operation within North Fulton County.
The renewal of the 2026 contract was approved by the Board of Commissioners under Agenda Item No. 25-0680 on September 17, 2025, for $39,891.00. Core & Main has requested an increase over the previously approved unit pricing, citing increased costs associated with tariffs and steel and iron materials. The ...
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