SUBJECT
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Consideration to award a three-year contract supply/service contract to the sole source vendor Environmental Improvements, Inc. (EI2), from Buda, Texas in an annual amount of $900,000.00 and $1,800,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. This contract is for the preventative maintenance, calibration and equipment repairs at both the water and wastewater treatment plants. Environmental Improvement Inc. is the authorized local Manufactures' Representative for the sale, parts and maintenance of multiple treatment equipment brands used in our facilities. Any additional funding needed will be requested as needed for any upgrades or replacements caused by excessive wear and tear of equipment in the water and wastewater treatment plants. Funding available in the Waterworks and Sewer System Funds.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Approved a three-year contract on 6/6/22.
BACKGROUND
Environmental Improvements, Inc. (EI2) is the Texas Regional Authorized manufacturers' representative for the following installed equipment operated in the water and wastewater plants:
Manufacturer Plant Treatment Process
Alfa Laval Solids Handling Belt Process Wallace & Tiernan ( Evoqua) Chlorination System
UGSI Polymer Feed System
GA Industries Pump Control Valves
NOV(Moyno) Sludge Pumping
Singer Valve Pump Control Valves
Huber Tech Screening
Watson Marlow Chemical Pumps
Apex/Bredel Hose Pumps Parts and Service
The above-named manufacturers' have supplied letters on file stating that Environmental Improvements, Inc (EI2). is the manufacturers' local representative for their equipment brands offering sales, installation, calibration and service.
Notarized Sole Source Affidavit attached.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: N/A
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies): N/A
Summary of alignment:
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this motion.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Yes
Source of Funds: Water and Sewer Operation
Account #: 557/559-41/4210-533-2030
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the Waterworks and Sewer System Funds.