SUBJECT
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Consideration to award contract FY25-063 to Midas Contractors LLC, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount of $65,000.00 for a total contract value of $260,000.00 for providing plumbing maintenance and repairs services for City owned Municipal Housing and Noise Abatement properties on an "as needed basis". The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) years beginning the date of execution with a one (1) additional two (2) year extension period upon mutual agreement of the parties. All services will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding for this contract is available in the Municipal Housing and Noise Abatement Funds.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Moderate - Indirectly supports or contributes to the intent of a verbatim goal or policy.
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Goal 6.2 - Maintain and improve housing quality
“Ensure existing housing stock is maintained in good condition and housing services are supported to promote safety and healthy living environments.”
- Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan, p. 6.12
Policy 6.2.2 - Support housing maintenance and rehabilitation efforts
“Implement programs that encourage the rehabilitation of existing housing stock.”
- Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan, p. 6.12
Policy 7.1.1 - Improve infrastructure to support public health
“Ensure the availability of safe and reliable infrastructure systems that support healthy living conditions.”
- Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan, p. 7.20
Summary of alignment:
This agenda item aligns moderately with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan. The proposed contract for plumbing maintenance and repair services for City-owned Municipal Housing and Noise Abatement properties contributes to the ongoing upkeep and rehabilitation of the city’s public housing stock, thereby indirectly supporting Goal 6.2 and Policy 6.2.2, which advocate for maintaining and improving housing quality.
Furthermore, access to reliable plumbing systems directly influences public health and safety, reinforcing Policy 7.1.1 on ensuring infrastructure that supports healthy living. While the agenda item does not represent a new initiative or program under these policies, it facilitates the operational continuity of essential services that uphold the intent of the Plan’s housing and health infrastructure goals.
This contract also intersects with broader planning themes such as public health, equity, and housing stability, particularly for vulnerable populations residing in municipal housing
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None
BACKGROUND
The City went out on formal bids and received two (2) bid submittal through
Cit-E-Bid. The city received 2 Submittals: Tabulation below:
Midas Contractors LLC $402.00
Royal Contractors, Inc. $1,095.00
Laredo Tx for providing plumbing maintenance and repairs services for City owned Municipal Housing and Noise Abatement properties on an "as needed basis” These services shall consist of all labor, equipment, and related appurtenances required to complete these services. City staff is recommending that this contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Midas Contractors LLC.
The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) year beginning as of the date
of its execution. The contract may be extended for one (1), additional two (2)
year periods. Should the vendor desire to extend the contract for the additional two
year periods, it must so notify the City in writing no later than sixty (60) days before
the expiration of the prior term. Such notification shall be effective upon actual receipt
by the City. Renewals shall be in writing and signed by the City's Purchasing Manager
& City Manager or his designee, without further action by the Laredo City Council,
subject to and contingent upon appropriation of funding therefore. All annual contracts
shall bound by the terms of the bid documents. In the event a new contract cannot be
executed on the anniversary date of the original term or renewal term, the contract
may be renewed month to month until a new contract is executed.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
It is recommended that this contract be approved.end
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Municipal Housing
Account #: 555-3910-543-2010 / 257-3686-543-2010
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: Click or tap here to enter text.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The following expense accounts:
Source of Funds: Municipal Housing and Noise Abatement
555-3910-543-2010 $32,500.00
257-3686-543-2010 $32,500.00
Total amount per year $65,000.00
The purpose of this contract is to establish prices for the commodities or services
needed, should the City need to purchase these commodities or services. The City’s
obligation for performance of an annual supply contract beyond the current fiscal year
Is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payments for the
Contract purchases can be made. If no funds are appropriated and budgeted during
the next fiscal year, the contract become null and void.