PMP Practice: Analyze the data collected

River Petersen is managing a municipal water treatment facility upgrade for the city of Riverside. During integrated planning, the engineering lead presents technical specifications requiring specialized filtration equipment with a 16-week procurement lead time, pushing the project completion two months past the contractual deadline. The procurement manager suggests alternative equipment available in 8 weeks that meets 90% of the technical specifications. The city's Public Works Director emphasizes that missing the deadline will trigger contractual penalties of $50,000 per week and cause significant public relations issues, as the project was announced to coincide with the city's 150th anniversary celebration. The engineering lead insists the alternative equipment will require more frequent maintenance and have a shorter operational lifespan. River has verified that both options fall within the approved budget. What should River do to best integrate these planning considerations?