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Meeting Date:	05/09/2016
Installation of Remote Monitor and Alarm for Lift Stations
Submitted for:	Adrian Montemayor	Submitted By:	Adrian Montemayor
Department:	Engineering

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to award a contract to Square E Engineering in the amount of $9,800 for the installation of the previously awarded auto dialers required for compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (T.C.E.Q.). [Account #745-3004-8801-08 (Capital Outlay Wastewater Utility)]

Issue: Currently Six (6) Lift Stations do not have any means to notify on-duty Operators of trouble, equipment failure, out of normal range conditions, and/or power outages. This is a required addition needed in all lift stations by T.C.E.Q.

Solution: Purchase and install equipment that can provide all elements of early notification for compliance with T.C.E.Q.

Result: Compliance and provide for enhanced service due to Operators being able to respond to problems occurring before they escalate and create overflows and possible equipment damage.

Background:

At the last Commissioners Court meeting, these Auto Dialers were awarded to the lowest bidder. This work will entail Square E Engineering, Annual Contractor, for consulting to provide the necessary expertise in installing the controllers in each lift station within our system. This will provide the necessary compliance. This will allow our Operators, on duty, to have direct access to the station controls and operating systems.

Previous Court Action:

On April 29, 2016, Item 17 awarded a contract in the amount of $21,100 for the purchase of the equipment consisting of the electronic controllers, electrical required materials, and a three year monitoring contract with Mission Controllers.

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	745-3004-8801-08
Funding Source:	Capital Outlay
Balance:	0
Financial Impact:
Capital Outlay transfer is being requested for this award.

Attachments
Annual Contractor Proposal