Submitted By: Public Works
Prepared By: Julie Schmidt, Sr. Management Analyst
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CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF WATER METERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 FROM FERGUSON WATERWORKS AND METRON-FARNIER AS SOLE-SOURCE VENDORS IN A CUMULATIVE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $152,140, AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
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Summary:
The City Council is being asked to consider the adoption of a resolution (Attachment 1) authorizing Fiscal Year 2027 expenditures for water meter purchases and replacements from Ferguson Waterworks and Metron-Farnier as sole-source vendors based on fixed-price quotes (Attachments 2 and 3).
Background:
The City of San Clemente's water service area includes approximately 17,600 water meters, primarily ranging from one to 12 inches in size. To maintain system reliability, Utilities staff must routinely replace aged or damaged meters, and also install meters for new development. Staff recommends continuing the standardized use of Neptune meters for small services (1 to 2 inches) and Metron-Farnier meters for large services (3 to 12 inches). Both brands are available exclusively through single proprietary distributors in Southern California.
Discussion:
Small Water Meters (1" to 2")
Small meters represent the City's most frequently purchased meter sizes.
Background: The City previously relied on highly reliable Actaris meters until they were discontinued. Following extensive testing of alternative brands available in Southern California, Utilities staff selected Neptune meters as the optimal choice for quality, reliability, and compatibility.
Justification for Standardization: Continuing to use Neptune meters ensures a consistent infrastructure throughout the distribution system. This consistency streamlines maintenance and reduces operational costs by allowing the City to stock replacement parts for only one brand. Furthermore, neighboring agencies, including th...
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