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Include existing conditions,prior history,and equipment longevity or durability. If the standardization or brand name Beaver Equipment is the only vendor for Rotork actuators and is not approved,what is the gearboxes in the Pacific Northwest. The city needs to standardize consequence to the agency?For on a vendor for this equipment because of the number of valves and example,additional costs or efficiencies that a single vendor provides. If the standardization is expenses that could be incurred. not approved, repetitive sole source requests as allowed per Purchasing Policy would be submitted. What are the associated risks of non- Multiple vendors for the same product is highly not recommended standardization? for a facility of our size and complexity because: it is a critical facility that provides potable water to the region—we need valves and actuators that work; inspections and repairs and maintenance are standardized and not different for different vendors; spare parts needed to be on-hand are more efficient and saves money; training city forces for one vendor is more efficient than multiple vendors; and once a reliable and suitable product is found standardization is best for more efficient purchasing,such as standardization and sole source, rather than multiple, repetitive efforts. List any additional facts supporting the standardization or brand name justification. STATEMENT OF NEED AND CERTIFICATION: My department's recommendation for brand name or standardization is based upon an objective review of the product/service required and appears to be in the best interest of the City of Everett. I know of no conflict of interest on my part or personal involvement in any way with this request. No gratuities, favors or compromising action have taken place. Neither has my personal familiarity with particular brands,types of equipment, materials or firms been a deciding influence in this request. I hereby certify that .' '• 'cation is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signature(RequesterDate :,-,�l` / I Printed Name: Ala42-u'iz- I C-,1"/ Title: ��,,G.et� (o- ,,tom( .,w ,4:Jet DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR Based upon the a1 ove,I aut ize the brand name or standardization of the goods or services specified. Nil—iI-?e,J? Signature Date Printed Name: -- "'U �.= PURCHASING MANAGER Based upon the above, I authorize the brand name or standardization of the goods or services specified. Signature Date Note: If additional space is required, use additional sheets of paper and submit with this completed form. Page 2 of 2 5/9/2019