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A Resolution Approving a Purchase Price Agreement with Mid-American Water, Inc. for 2026 Water & Sewer Repair Parts and Materials in an Amount not to Exceed $55,000.00 and Authorizing its Execution
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Introduction
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The Public Works Department, Water and Sewer Division, is responsible for maintaining the water distribution and sewer collection systems throughout the Village. Annually, Public Works staff request competitive bids for water and sewer repair parts and materials. For 2026, staff recommend approving a purchase price agreement with Mid-American Water, Inc. for water and sewer repair parts and materials in an amount not to exceed $55,000.00.
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Recommended Action
Approve the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
In the past, the Village Board has approved funding for this agreement, as recently as fiscal year 2025, and has approved Purchase Price Agreements for water and sewer repair parts and materials.
Background
In mid-October 2025, Public Works staff requested competitive bids for water and sewer repair parts and materials from local vendors via the Request for Bids process outlined in the Village's purchasing policy. The Village received parts and materials bids from six vendors for 2026, and Village staff chose the lowest cost qualified vendor based on availability and quality of repair parts and materials. Mid-American Water, Inc. provided competitive pricing for some of these materials. Some vendors elect not to provide pricing on some items difficult to guarantee an annual price.
Public Works staff recommend approving a purchase price agreement for water and sewer repair parts and materials with Mid-American Water, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $55,000.
Timing Considerations
Emergency water distribution and sewer collection repairs continue throughout the winter season. Adoption of the resolution, at this time, will allow for purchase of necessary water and sewer repair parts and materials, wi...
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