Explanation
Background: The purpose of this legislation is to authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Altec Inc. DBA Altec Inc. DBA Altec Industries, Inc., for the purchase and delivery of an HD line truck for the Division of Power. The bid amount is $422,091.74, with a contingency of $42,209.17, for a total not to exceed contract amount of 464,300.91 being authorized by this ordinance.
The line truck will be used by the Division of Power to enable employees to conduct maintenance type work around power underground and overhead utilities infrastructure. This purchase has been approved by the Division of Fleet Management and will replace BT #18775.
Procurement:
The Purchasing Office advertised and solicited competitive bids in accordance with the relevant provisions of City Codes Chapter 329 relating to competitive bidding, RFQ031155. Two hundred forty-five (245) vendors were solicited, and three (3) bids were received. The bids were opened and evaluated on October 2, 2025. The Division of Power has determined that Altec Inc. DBA Altec Industries, Inc., be awarded as they were the most responsive, responsible, and best bidder.
After the bids were evaluated, Altec Inc. DBA Altec Industries, Inc.’s stated terms and conditions from the original bid were redacted to accept the City of Columbus’ terms. The vendor also adjusted extended the expiration date of their quote. Therefore, a bid waiver is being requested to allow the acceptance of the updated quote.
Principal Parties:
Altec Inc. DBA Altec Industries, Inc.
210 Inverness Center Drive
Birmingham, AL 35242
Donald Hensel, (270) 319-7282
Contract Compliance Number: 025767
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: PENDING UPDATE
Emergency Designation: The Department of Public Utilities respectfully requests this legislation be considered for immediate use in order to secure a price lock ahead of impending tariffs.
Fiscal Impact: $464,300.91 is budgeted and avai...
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