Explanation
This ordinance will establish an Auditor's Certificate and authorize expenditures for the purchase of solar LED lighting systems and related equipment that will improve sports complex lighting for the Recreation and Parks Department Sports Section. These purchases will retro-fit existing sports complex lighting systems, resulting in reduced utility and maintenance costs.
Background: These purchases will be made through the City of Columbus Purchasing Office. All bids will be obtained and contracts awarded using City Code 329 or using State Term contracts pursuant to ordinance number 582-87; however, this legislation will set up all of the funding required to enter into contracts with vendors on an as-needed basis. All equipment will be bid through the City of Columbus Purchasing System and all contracts will be approved by the Director of Finance and Management. Competitive bids will be solicited and opened by the Purchasing Office, obtained through any current universal term contract, or state term contract.
The list below outlines the purchases expected to be made as soon as possible, as a result of this ordinance totaling $200,000.00:
- RetroFlex Roadway 240 Off-Grid Solar LED Lighting Systems or equal - Estimated expenditure: $140,000.00
- 20’ Aluminum Roadway Poles - Estimated expenditure: $60,000.00
Emergency Justification: An emergency is being requested in order to have equipment bid and in place for the 2018 fall sports season. Equipment will be ordered immediately once bids are received. This ordinance is establishing the funding required for bidding.
Fiscal Impact: $200,000.00 is required and budgeted in the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund 7702 to meet the financial obligations of these expenditures.
Title
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into various contracts for the purchase of solar LED lighting systems and related equipment for the Recreation and Parks Department Sports Section; to e...
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