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Approval of Emergency Wastewater Repairs

Original title: Request of ratification by City Commission for emergency procurement of wastewater main repairs from DBF Construction in the amount of $278,978.56. (Fiscal Impact: $278,978.56)

February 25, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This action authorizes the expenditure of $278,978.56 in city funds to address urgent wastewater infrastructure repairs performed by DBF Construction.

Who is mentioned in the record

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DBF Construction

The company is the recipient of the city contract for wastewater repairs.

City Residents

Residents are affected by the expenditure of municipal funds for infrastructure maintenance.

What changed

Last recorded activity February 25, 2025.

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Summary

The City Commission has ratified an emergency contract for wastewater main repairs. The project was awarded to DBF Construction for a total cost of $278,978.56.

Key Facts

  • The City Commission ratified an emergency procurement for wastewater main repairs.
  • The contract was awarded to DBF Construction.
  • The total cost of the project is $278,978.56.
  • The file number for this action is 25-168.
  • The request was introduced on January 23, 2025.
  • The status of the request is marked as Passed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was this contract approved as an emergency?
The document identifies the work as an for wastewater main repairs, which allows the city to bypass standard bidding processes to address urgent infrastructure needs.
How much will this project cost taxpayers?
The total cost of the repairs is $278,978.56.

Why It Matters

This action authorizes the expenditure of $278,978.56 in city funds to address urgent wastewater infrastructure repairs performed by DBF Construction.

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Emergency Procurement Usage

The use of emergency procurement for wastewater infrastructure suggests an immediate need to prevent service disruption or environmental impact.

Connected Entities

organizationCity CommissionThe governing body that ratified the emergency procurement.Map →
organizationDBF ConstructionThe contractor hired to perform the emergency wastewater main repairs.Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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