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Assembly hears report on Kodiak Fisheries Research Center pumps; DXP contract delayed while staff pursues lower quotes
Summary
Assembly staff reported significant corrosion and failures in KFRC seawater pumps, reviewed a high DXP quote that rose to $104,665 per pump, and removed a contract from the agenda while staff pursues alternatives and schedules an Alaska Industrial Pump inspection on April 1.
Staff told the assembly that the Kodiak Fisheries Research Center (KFRC) has experienced significant corrosion and failures in seawater pump assemblies supplied in 2019, causing operational interruptions for tenants that rely on steady seawater flow for experiments.
The borough received an initial DXP Alaska Pump and Supply quote dated Jan. 31, 2025, of $99,446 for a pump assembly; a follow‑up, itemized quote dated Feb. 18 increased that amount by $5,219 to $104,665 per pump (quote includes pre‑shipping cost; additional shipping time applies). Staff warned that tariffs…
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