Explanation
BACKGROUND: To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Technology International, Inc. for the purchase of a Hydro Vac Trailer. This equipment will be used by Distribution Maintenance section operators to Hydro excavate around water lines, clean out curb boxes to access valves. This purchase was approved by Fleet Management and will replace Brass Tag# 23940.
The Purchasing Office advertised and solicited competitive bids in accordance with the relevant provisions of City Code Chapter 329 relating to competitive bidding (RFQ024714). Thirty-five (35) bidders (4 EBE, 1 MBE, 30 MAJ) were solicited and 2 (MAJ) bids were received and opened on May 11, 2023.
Technology International, Inc. did meet all specifications and therefore, the Division of Water recommends an award be made to Technology International, Inc. for all items in the amount of $81,102.00 as the most responsive, responsible and best bidder.
The company is not debarred according to the Excluded Party Listing System of the Federal Government or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State Unresolved Findings for Recovery Certified Search.
SUPPLIER: Technology International, Inc. Vendor#009840, CC# 64-0342335, expires 5/12/2025.
FISCAL IMPACT: $81,102.00 is required for this purchase.
$0.00 was expended in 2021.
$62,187.00 was expended in 2020.
Title
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to establish a contract with Technology International, Inc. for the purchase of a Hydro Vac Trailer for the Division of Water; and to authorize the expenditure of $81,102.00 from the Water Operating Fund. ($81,102.00)
Body
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Office opened formal bids on May 11, 2023 for the purchase of a Hydro Vac Trailer; and
WHEREAS, the Division of Water recommends an award be made to the most responsive, responsible and best bidder, Technology International, Inc.; an...
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