Explanation
Background: The ordinance authorizes the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc. for a Portable Gas Detection Camera System for the Division of Water Reclamation, in an amount not to exceed $85,000.00.
The camera will be used to support the safe and efficient operation of the new co-generation system and to assist in the early detection of hazardous methane gas leaks.
In addition, this camera will enhance the safety of employees at the Division of Water Reclamation plants, as well as constituents who live in the surrounding areas. This equipment will also support the Division’s efforts to comply with the Mayor’s Climate Action Plan and advance the City’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
Procurement
The Purchasing Office solicited competitive bids through Vendor Services from May 26, 2026 to June 18, 2026 for a GMP02 Limited Edition Portable Gas Detection Camera System Model #MADVF010 in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code, RFQ032909. One Hundred Eight vendors were solicited, and two bids were received. The bids were opened and evaluated on June 18, 2026.
After the bids were evaluated, the Division of Water Reclamation recommends the award be given to Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc., as they were the most responsive, responsible, and best bidder.
Principal Party:
Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc.
101 Williams Drive
Ramsey, NJ 07446
Keisuke Mitsui (201) 846-3921
Contract Compliance Number: 055225
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: May 14, 2028
Fiscal Impact: $85,000.00 is available from within the Sanitary Sewer Operating Fund to meet the financial obligations of this contract.
$00.00 was spent in 2025
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Title
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Konica Minolta ...
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