Explanation
BACKGROUND AND BID INFORMATION:
This legislation authorizes the Finance and Management Director to issue purchase orders to Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of Fire and EMS emergency response apparatus/vehicles and related equipment.
Competitive bidding is being waived for the below vendor. City agencies are required to obtain at least three actual quotes from State Term Schedules (STS). Due to reasons referenced below, the Fire Division requests procurement via STS which requires a bid waiver.
The apparatus from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. have been the Fire Division's standardized equipment for several years, as both the Divisions of Fire and Fleet Management believe these products are the best for their operations given the quality, durability and customizability this manufacturer offers, as well as the cost-effective approach that has resulted from negotiating directly with each manufacturer during the build process. The subsequent contract established by Fleet Management with this manufacturer has also simplified the managing of parts/service after purchase.
Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. ~ FID #273187193 / Vendor 034448 / SOS Entity 4595230 ~ The Division of Fire is in need to purchase two (2) Pierce Enforcer Pumpers in the total amount of $2,504,426.00. These purchases will also include all pertinent equipment to be utilized on the respective vehicles. These purchases are made in accordance with State of Ohio Index #STS618, Schedule #800918, which expires 6/30/2025. The purchase from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc. includes two (2) inspection trips at a cost of $21,000 are outside of the scope of the STS and a waiver is required for that portion.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: Current build times (24 months for engines) for the fire apparatus purchased in this ordinance require emergency action to ensure funds are encumbered immediately to allow for the production of these custom apparatus to commence upon passage ...
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