Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Finance and Management Director to issue a purchase order to FYDA Freightliner Columbus Inc. Columbus Fire Medic M815 was heavily damaged in a vehicular accident. A quote from the manufacturer's authorized repair dealer, FYDA Freightliner Columbus Inc., has been received and approved by Fleet Management to commence repairs.
Bid Information: Universal Term Contract ~ FYDA Freightliner Columbus Inc. / Vendor 004301 / PA005736
Emergency Designation: This legislation is to be declared an emergency measure so that the repairs of this front line response apparatus may commence as soon as possible, and avoid any supply chain delays.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $50,000.00 for the purchase of body repairs needed on Columbus Fire Division Medic M815. Funds are available within the Fire Division's Safety Bond Fund for repair service. An amendment to the 2023 CIB and a transfer of funds is required to fund this service; this amendment is contingent upon approval of the 2023 Capital Improvement Budget.
Title
To authorize a transfer between projects within the Safety Bond Fund and to amend the 2023 Capital Improvements Budget; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to issue a purchase order to FYDA Freightliner Columbus Inc. for body repairs for Fire Medic M815 in accordance with the universal term contract established for such purpose; to authorize the expenditure of $50,000.00 from the Safety Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($50,000.00)
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WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the 2023 Capital Improvement Budget within the Safety Bond Fund; and
WHEREAS, this amendment is contingent upon approval of the 2023 Capital Improvement Budget; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to transfer funds within Public Safety's Capital Improvement Budget to properly align cash with projected expenditure; and
WHEREAS, the Division of Fleet Management needs to com...
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