Explanation
BACKGROUND
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Ace Truck Body, Inc. for the purchase of two (2) F550 Crew Cab Up-Fits. BT23507 and BT25125 are slated to be turned in for the new Ford F550 Chassis once up fits are complete. The purchase and installation of the utility body will enable the Division of Water, Distribution Maintenance to use these two trucks to provide repair and maintenance for underground water mains, hydrants, valves, and other related infrastructure.
PROCUREMENT
The Purchasing Office advertised and solicited competitive bids in accordance with the relevant provisions of City Code Chapter 329 relating to competitive bidding (RFQ028850). Thirty (32) vendors (28 Majority, 2 MBE, 2 EBE) were solicited and three (3) Majority bid were received and opened on October 31, 2024.
The apparent low bidder One Nation Distribution LLC did not conform to all aspects of the bid specifications. Therefore, the Division of Water has determined the bid from Ace Truck Body, Inc. meets all requirements of the specification and is recommended for award.
SUPPLIER / CONTRACT COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Ace Truck Body, Inc., cc #004484, expires 8/9/25
The certification of Ace Truck Body, Inc. was in good standing at the time of the contract award. 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.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: The Department of Public Utilities respectfully requests this legislation be considered emergency to guarantee a production build spot with Vendor.
FISCAL IMPACT
$188,990.00 Funds are budgeted and available for this expenditure
Title
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Ace Truck Body, Inc. for the purchase and installation of two (2) F550 Crew Cab ...
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