The Andover Board of Selectmen is moving forward with upgrading the diesel fuel system at the Department of Public Works garage after the existing tracking system failed. Minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting indicate the Board favors the higher-scope option that replaces both the fuel management system and the pump, funded from contingency and coordinated with the Board of Finance. A May 4, 2026 quote from Service Station Equipment, Inc. proposes installing a new GIR cloud-based fuel management system for 14474, or a combined package with a new Bennett suction pump and integrated GIR system for 28140, including removal of the old system and four hours of onsite training. This is effectively incumbent intelligence for fuel-system and industrial equipment vendors, signaling a current implementation and future needs for maintenance, calibration, possible gasoline system upgrades, or similar work at other town fueling sites.
Town Administrator’s June 8, 2026 report notes they are proceeding with purchase from the responsive...
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