FROM: Robert Thompson, General Manager
Originator: Riaz Moinuddin, Director of Operations & Maintenance
SUBJECT:
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SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF FARO VANTAGE S6 MAX TRACKER
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION:
A. Approve a Sole Source Purchase Order to FARO Technologies. Inc., to purchase a FARO Vantage S6 Max tracker for a total amount not to exceed $199,433, including sales tax and freight; and
B. Approve a contingency of $9,972 (5%).
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BACKGROUND
The Reliability Maintenance Group at the Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) ensures that all assets, equipment, and systems operate reliably and efficiently throughout their service life, directly supporting operational continuity and infrastructure integrity.
To further enhance these capabilities, the team proposes acquiring the FARO Vantage S6 Max, a state-of-the-art 3D laser measurement device designed for precise, long-range measurements. This advanced tool is ideal for complex alignment, equipment condition monitoring, detailed inspections, and reverse engineering, enabling improved accuracy.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
* 24/7/365 treatment plant reliability
* Comply with environmental permit requirements
* Maintain a proactive asset management program
* Operate and maintain facilities to minimize impacts on surrounding communities, including odor, noise, and lighting
PROBLEM
Current manual measurement methods are labor-intensive and prone to human error. These limitations can result in inaccurate inspections, overlooked defects, diminished quality control, and maintenance that is reactive, rather than preventative.
PROPOSED SOLUTION
The FARO Vantage S6 Max offers precise and repeatable 3D scanning, providing accurate and objective data for assessing equipment condition, verifying tolerances, and identifying defects. This capability facilitates timely maintenance decisions and enhances long-term asset reliability.
TIMING CONCERNS
The precisi...
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