Placement: Consent Agenda
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Approval to Piggyback Collier County RFP #23-8183 for Underground Utility Parts Supplier with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC.
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Submitted By: Alaina Knofla, Acting Procurement Manager, Procurement Management Division (PMD).
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of high-quality infrastructure and facilities.
Summary Brief (Agreements/Contracts only)
1. Prepared by: Alaina Knofla, Acting Procurement Manager (PMD).
2. Parties: City of Port St. Lucie and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC.
3. Purpose: To provide the Utility Systems Department (USD) with pipe fittings and accessories for system maintenance, repairs, and replacement parts.
4. New/Renewal/Modified: New.
5. Duration: The term of this contract shall be effective until May 24, 2027, with two (2) additional one (1)-year renewal options.
6. Benefits to Port St. Lucie: This contract for pipe fittings and accessories is essential to the effective and efficient operation of the USD.
7. Cost to Port St. Lucie (Annual and Potential): Estimated annual expenditure is $3,000,000.00.
Presentation Information: N/A.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the piggyback of Collier County RFP #23-818.3 per City Code of Ordinances, Section 35.08(a)(9)(b) with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Underground Utility Parts Supplier.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve the piggyback of Collier County RFP #23-8183 with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Underground Utility Parts Supplier.
2. Move that the Council not approve and provide staff with direction.
Background: Underground utility parts such as pipe fittings and related accessories are vital components necessary for the maintenance of the USD's water and wastewater infrastructure. These items are utilized daily by field crews for emergency repairs, routine maintenance, and scheduled construction projects. Ensuring timely access to these materials is crucial to prevent service disruptions and maintain regulatory compliance.
Issues/Analysis: Staff has reviewed the Collier County Contract and finds that it meets the needs of the City and meets the requirements of the City’s Procurement Ordinance.
Financial Information: Utility Operating Fund/Water & Sewer/Inventory- Water 431-0000-141002-0000.
Special Consideration: N/A.
Location of Project: N/A.
Attachments:
1. 20250225-05 Signed Contract.
2. Collier County RFP #23-8183.
3. Collier County Agreement #23-8183.
4. Collier County RFP #23-8183_Proposal_Ferguson.
5. Collier County Ferguson Price List.
6. Collier County Selection Committee Ranking and Score Sheets.
7. Collier County Recommendation of Award.
NOTE: All of the listed items in the “Attachment” section above are in the custody of the City Clerk. Any item(s) not provided in City Council packets are available upon request from the City Clerk.
Internal Reference Number: 25275-08.
Legal Sufficiency Review:
Reviewed by KeAndrea Davis, Deputy City Attorney. Approved as to Legal form and sufficiency by Richard Berrios, City Attorney.