Title
Authorization to purchase a replacement gearbox and motor.
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Summary:
The Water Treatment Plant uses a mixer in the rapid mix process. The gearbox and motor was sent for repair as it was showing signs of age and was in need of attention. The table below shows the quotes we have received for both repair and replacement of the gearbox and motor:
Repair by Northstar Industries
$10,388.80
Replacement by Northstar Industries
$34,672.00
Replacement by Philadelphia Mixing solutions
$17,266.00
As the repair cost is over 60% of the replacement cost through Philadelphia, we are requesting authorization to purchase a replacement gearbox and motor from Philadelphia Mixing Solutions in the amount of $17,266.00.
Fiscal/Budgetary Impact:
This is an unbudgeted expenditure but funds are available from 40-506-4418.
Recommended action
Staff recommends approving the purchase of the gearbox and motor from Philadelphia Mixing Solutions for $17,266.00.