SUBJECT
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Authorizing the City Manager to ratify a purchase order in the amount of $2,935.00 for a cumulative amount of $102,827.01 to Aero BridgeWorks, Inc. for an emergency repair. A repair was needed on the Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB) that occurred on May 1st., 2026. The emergency work was necessary to repair the auto leveler on a (PBB), because it’s a critical safety and operational feature. Funding is available in the Laredo International Airport Operations Fund.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating:
High
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Policy 4.15.2 The Laredo International Airport Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan as approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supports infrastructure improvements and capital improvements for facilities, hangars & air cargo warehouses
Summary of alignment:
The Viva Laredo plan and Laredo International Airport are closely aligned, with the airport acting as a critical infrastructure asset that enables tourism, economic growth, and cross-border collaboration. While the airport’s current scale limits global reach, it still plays a central role in achieving the plan’s objectives by improving accessibility and supporting regional development.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
N/A
BACKGROUND
Purchase Orders (P.O.s) were previously issued to AeroBridge, Inc. on two occasions; however, with this third P.O., we will exceed the $100,000 purchasing threshold.
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Date |
Purchase Order No. |
Amount |
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1.15.2026 |
437305 |
$54,522.17 |
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2.11.2026 |
439270 |
$45,369.84 |
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5.11.2026 |
Pending |
$2,935.00 |
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Total |
$102,827.01 |
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Approve Motion
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Laredo International Airport Fund
Account #: 242-3610-583-2010
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the Laredo International Airport Fund account 242-3610-583-2010.