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A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Ferguson Enterprises, LLC, D/B/A Ferguson Waterworks, For 4-Inch And 6-Inch Flange Lever And Weight Check Valves, In An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00, From May 1, 2026, Through April 30, 2028, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code. (Sole Source)
Strategic Plan Focus
Infrastructure & Facilites
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Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
The Department of Public Utilities (Department) needs to replace several 4-inch and 6-inch flange lever and weight check valves used in the Department’s Lift Stations (LS). Many of the valves currently in service are worn out, damaged, or no longer functioning as designed. Some no longer close properly, which forces the pumps to run longer and harder than they should. Others are missing weighted arms, which prevents wastewater from flowing in the correct direction. These issues increase strain on pump motors, raise electrical usage, and can cause electrical circuits to overload. Therefore, maintaining properly functioning check valves is essential to protecting public infrastructure and ensuring uninterrupted wastewater collection service.
When LS equipment cannot operate reliably, wastewater cannot be processed efficiently. This can lead to sewer force mains backups or overflows. Such problems can affect both residential neighborhoods and commercial areas, creating potential health hazards, property damage, and service disruptions.
After reviewing available options, the Department determined that Ferguson Enterprises DBA Ferguson Waterworks, is the only supplier that can provide the specific check valves required for these lift stations. This determination is supported by a formal sole-source letter. A Notice to Sole Source (NTSS-376-26) was posted on OpenGov from February 4 to February 11, 2026, with no vendors submitting questions or challenges during that period.
The Department plans to purchase these valves between May 1, 2026, and April 30, 2028, with an annual spending limit of up to $100,000.00. This agreement will allow the Department to replace failing valves as needed, maintain system reliability, and prevent costly equipment failures or service interruptions.
Fiscal Impact:
A portion of the funding for this project is available in the FY 2026 Operating Budget in account number 442.400603.53600.552240.000000.000.000 and will be budgeted in subsequent fiscal years’ operating budgets subject to approval and adoption by the City Commission.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
Vincent Morello, Director, Public Utilities
Chris O’Brien, Director, Public Safety