Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
The Department of Public Service, Division of Refuse Collection, utilizes 300-gallon, 96-gallon and 64-gallon refuse containers and other types as-needed, in its mechanized collection system for residential trash collection. The Division also requires replacement parts for containers that are not covered by warranties.
This legislation appropriates and authorizes the expenditure of up to $41,000.00 and authorizes the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract with Best Equipment Co. for the purchase of replacement parts.
2. CONTRACT COMPLIANCE
The contract compliance number for Best Equipment Co. is CC007016 and expires 4/3/2028.
3. FISCAL IMPACT
This legislation appropriates and authorizes the expenditure of up to $41,000.00 within the General Permanent Improvement Fund, Fund 7748 for the purchase of container replacement parts.
4. BID WAIVER
A waiver of competitive bidding, in accordance with relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Codes, is requested. It has been difficult to source the needed parts. To avoid lengthy delays in acquiring said parts and risking containers being removed from service, it is in the City's best interest to proceed with this ordinance via a bid waiver. Documentation for the requested bid waiver is attached to this ordinance.
5. EMERGENCY DESIGNATION
Emergency designation is requested to prevent the supply of containers and parts from being depleted to ensure the continued delivery of refuse collection services to all residents and to maintain the efficient delivery of a valuable public service.
Title
To appropriate and authorize the expenditure of up to $41,000.00 from the General Permanent Improvement Fund; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Best Equipment Co. Inc. for the purchase of replacement parts; and to declare an emergency. ($41,000.00)
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WHEREAS, the Department of Public Service, Division of Refus...
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