Resolution approving the purchase of six (6) electrode assemblies from De Nora Water Technologies Inc., 1110 Industrial Boulevard., Sugarland, TX 77474 in the amount of $234,127.64. The three Chlortec on-site Hypochlorite Geeneration Systems at the Brennan Water Treatment Plant produces chlorine which is the fundamental chemical in the disinfection treatment process for potable water. Electrode cells in the assembly makes the on-site production of chlorine feasible. The electrode assemblies have a 5-7 year life expectancy. The City keeps extra electrode assemblies in inventory to replace expired electrode assemblies in order to maintain redundancy and compliance with potable water quality standards. De Nora Water Technologies is the sole manufacturer of Chlortec on-site Hypochlorite Generation Systems including providing parts, repair services, and technical support. The City for the last 10 years has used the Chlortec Generation Systems exclusively to disinfect potable water in order to meet current state and federal water quality regulations. Current State and Federal water quality regulations for potable water plants require that on-site Hypochlorite Generation Systems meet NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) certification. Chlortec manufactured on-site Hypochlorite Generation System fully complies with the requirements. Funds available in the Renewal & Replacement 5% Fund..
Recommendation: Business Enterprise Management Director recommends adoption of the Resolution.