Mesa City Council approves contract for plumbing supplies for city parks

By Connor Van Ligten
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The Mesa City Council unanimously approved a five-year contract for industrial plumbing supplies for city parks, recreation and community facilities at their recent council meeting.

The vote passed 7-0. The $1.4 million-per-year contract will be awarded to the highest scored proposals from Best Plumbing Specialties, Inc., Core & Main LP, Sid Tool Co. Inc. dba MSC Industrial Supply Co. and Six Points Hardware.

According to council documents, the contract helps provide necessary items and materials for water and wastewater treatment facilities as well as city parks and facilities. These items include fittings, valves, pipes, backflow devices and more.

“This contract will help the city keep its commitment to providing safe and reliable water and wastewater services to its residents,” council documents read. “These items will also be utilized in various capacities within the Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities which include the installation, repair, and replacement of existing infrastructure.”

The contract is termed for five years with no renewal options. It is funded by the Water/Wastewater Enterprise Operations and Maintenance Fund, Greenfield Joint Venture Operations Maintenance Fund, Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities General Fund, and Environmental Compliance Fund and Commercial Facilities Fund.