Explanation
This ordinance revises the definition of local bidder in the procurement code. It also updates the manner in which the local bidder credit is applied in the construction bidding process via amendments to sections 329.08 and 329.09. In summary, the revisions are as follows:
· Updates local bidder definition by changing definition to principal place of business.
· Revisions in 329.08 and 329.09
o For bids up to $20,000-
§ provides local credit of 5% for local businesses within Columbus corporate limits
§ provides local credit of 2.5% for local businesses within Franklin County, outside Columbus corporate limits
o For bids exceeding $20,000-
§ provides local credit of 1% for local businesses within Columbus corporate limits, capped at total credit of $50,000
§ provides local credit of .5% for local businesses within Franklin County, outside Columbus corporate limits, capped at $25,000
Fiscal Impact: There is no direct fiscal impact associated with passage of this ordinance.
Title
To amend sections 329.04, 329.08 and 329.09 of Chapter 329 of Columbus City Codes, 1959, by revising the local bidder definition and the manner in which it is applied in the construction procurement code.
Body
WHEREAS, revisions to the local bidder definition are desired; and
WHEREAS, revisions to the manner in which the local bidder credit is applied in the construction bidding process is also desired; and
WHEREAS, this ordinance authorizes changes to sections of the procurement code that will provide for both aforementioned revisions; and
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS, OHIO:
SECTION 1. That existing chapter 329 be amended as follows:
Refer to attachment: ord329amend1713-2012
SECTION 2. That the Director of Finance and Management is hereby directed to exercise his authority pursuant to City Code Section 329.03 to develop such forms as may be required to obtain from bidder...
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