Item 4GM E M O R A N D U M
July 9, 2008
To:
Shana Yelverton, City Manager
From:
Chris Tribble, Interim Director of Community Services
Subject: Award of bid to Horizon Distributors for the purchase of
the Maxicom Irrigation Management System in the
amount of $63,409
Action Requested:
Award of bid to Horizon Distributors for the purchase of the
Maxicom Irrigation Management System in the amount of
$63,409
Background
Information:
Included within the approved FY 2008 Parks Operating
Budget is funding in the amount of $65,000 for the Phase 1
(of 3) purchase of the Maxicom Irrigation Management
System.
The Maxicom system manages, monitors, and controls all
irrigation systems from one central location; automatically
adjusts to current weather conditions; allows for efficient and
precise programming for specific water needs; verifies
system operations and alerts staff to malfunctions;
accurately monitors usage (total gallons used and estimated
costs); and reduces labor, travel time and contract
expenses. In addition, it has the ability to manage and
control non-irrigation components such as athletic field
lights, fountains, pumps, etc.
The equipment is compatible with all of the irrigation
controllers currently in operation within the parks system and
at municipal facilities, which results in a tremendous savings
for the City. The Maxicom system will ultimately automate
the entire City owned irrigation systems, and bring our
systems in compliance with the current and future monitoring
requirements mandated by State law.
The Phase 1 implementation will include both Bob Jones
and Bicentennial Parks. Ultimately, Phases 2 and 3 will
allow for the automation of the entire City owned and
operated irrigation systems.
Maxicom is manufactured by RainBird, and sold by Horizon
Distributors, the sole source provider out of Phoenix, AZ.
Shana Yelverton
City Council Meeting Date – July 15, 2008
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Financial
Considerations:
The system will reduce labor, travel time, contract expenses
and water usage.
Financial Impact:
Not Applicable - Funds are approved within the FY 2008
Budget
Citizen Input/
Board Review:
Not Applicable
Legal Review:
Not Applicable
Alternatives:
None
Supporting
Documents:
Quote from Horizon Distributors
Staff
Recommendation:
Award of bid to Horizon Distributors for the purchase of the
Maxicom Irrigation Management System in the amount of
$63,409.
Shana Yelverton
City Council Meeting Date – July 15, 2008
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Horizon Distributors Quote:
Shana Yelverton
City Council Meeting Date – July 15, 2008
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