CC MEETING: October 22, 2024
DATE: September 24, 2024
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Kim Bybee, Parks Manager
Chrystal Davis, Assistant City Manager
Title
Consider Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into An Agreement With Sole Source Provider WeeDoo For The Purchase Of An Environmental Workboat In An Amount Not To Exceed $126,325.00.
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BACKGROUND:
We are seeking Council’s approval for the purchase of a WeeDoo Environmental Workboat and dredging unit, as part of our commitment to maintaining the efficiency and functionality of our city's water management systems. Our park system includes several ponds that have accumulated significant amounts of silt, which is increasingly interfering with water holding capacity. The WeeDoo will allow us to remove silt in critical areas of our pond system as well as undesirable surface vegetation and algae. Managing invasive plants, such as cattails, without the use of chemicals and during the appropriate timeframes enables us to strategically protect migratory species. This multifunctional capability significantly enhances our ability to maintain clean and functional ponds for the enjoyment of our citizens and native wildlife in a responsible manner.
The investment in a WeeDoo will not only address immediate operational challenges but also deliver long-term benefits through improved efficiency, reduced need for frequent chemical treatments, and increased sustainability. The anticipated return on investment includes cost savings through reduced manual labor and contracted services, providing significant value to the department and the city.
This equipment is a sole source purchase due to patents that make it unique and distinguishable from other products on the market.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The WeeDoo Workboat will be funded out of the following account:
ACCTG UNIT ACCOUNT BUDGET AMOUNT
854360 Dredging Project $126,325.00
IMPACT ON COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY:
This purchase supports and aligns with Council goals and objectives by judiciously investing in technology to improve our effectiveness and efficiency.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends Council authorize a contract with WeeDoo for the purchase of an environmental workboat in an amount not to exceed $126,325.00.