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Council approves lower‑cost furniture plan for new aquatic center
Summary
After re‑bidding and negotiation, staff presented a blended procurement (interior items via MBI, state bid items via DWA Recreation) that staff said reduces the aquatic‑center furniture cost by about $189,000; the council approved the alternative in a recorded motion and second.
City staff presented revised procurement options for interior and exterior furniture at the new aquatic center, saying the original bid estimates ranged from about $468,000 to $612,000. Staff described a recommended alternative that uses MBI for interior items and DWA Recreation through a state bid for other furniture; staff said that approach yields a saving "of over a $189,000" compared with the earlier pricing.
Council members asked for specifics on scope and longevity — staff listed interior items as tables, chairs, desks and lounges and said some built‑in bleachers will be part of the facility for up to about 300 spectators; pool‑side lounge chairs, tables and umbrellas were described for outdoor areas. Council members also asked about replacement costs and guarantees; staff said vendors are U.S.-based, one supplier manufactures in Simpsonville, and vendor guarantees beyond short windows (six months) could not be committed for multi‑year replacement pricing.
A council member moved to approve the alternative procurement and the motion was seconded; the motion carried and the approval was recorded in the minutes. Staff said construction of the interior pool will begin shortly and that furniture procurement will be coordinated with the pool‑management team.
The council did not adopt additional warranty or replacement guarantees at the meeting; staff said they will return with final procurement contracts and additional details as needed.
