| COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 11/7/2018 |
| REQUESTED ACTION BY COMMISSION: Approve purchasing from Classic Controls of Lakeland, FL for Yokagawa Instrument Products for an estimated annual amount of $40,000 as a sole source vendor. Classic Controls is the authorized dealer for this equipment in the State of Florida. |
| EXPLANATION OF REQUEST: Time Period: FY 18/19
The Utility uses several different types of instruments manufactured by Yokagawa, in particular magnetic flowmeters on the raw water lines at each of the wells. Our consumptive use permit (CUP) with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) requires that each well has an accurate method for measuring withdrawals from the aquifer; and that the readings are reported to them on a monthly basis. Each well has been given a maximum monthly withdrawal capacity that must not be exceeded. In addition the plants use Yokagawa pH sensors.
The equipment is sited in extreme conditions due to temperature and the local environment which results in the periodic need to replace parts especially the converters. The utility are going to trial a new type to determine if extended life from the units can be achieved. |
| HOW WILL THIS AFFECT CITY PROGRAMS OR SERVICES? This will enable the Utility to operate within the parameters of the CUP. |
| FISCAL IMPACT: Budgeted Funds are available both in 401-2811-536-52.75 and 403-5000-533-65.02
Previous Yrs expenses:
FY17/18 $14,071.30
FY16/17 $15,501.35
FY15/16 $ 9,133.76 |
| ALTERNATIVES: None |
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