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 Red Vest Supply LLC for the purchase of Hydra-tech Pump Parts and Accessories for the Division of Sewerage and Drainage. The Hydra-tech Pump Parts and Accessories will be used at the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant for pumping water for various processes throughout the wastewater treatment plant as required by federal and state standards.
PROCUREMENT
The Purchasing Office advertised and solicited competitive bids in accordance with the relevant provisions of City Code Chapter 329 relating to competitive bidding (RFQ030770).
The following bid was received on August 14, 2025:
Name / Bid Amount / City and State
Red Vest Supply LLC, $82,924.38 Orient, Ohio
After a review of the bid, the Division of Sewerage and Drainage recommends the award be made for all items to Red Vest Supply LLC as the only responsive, responsible and best bidder.
SUPPLIER / CONTRACT COMPLIANCE:
Red Vest Supply LLC, vendor #041570, expired 4/18/24 (update pending)
The certification of Red Vest Supply LLC, 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.
FISCAL IMPACT: $82,924.38 has been budgeted for this purchase.
Title
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to establish a contract with Red Vest Supply LLC for the purchase of Hydra-tech Pump Parts and Accessories for the Division of Sewerage and Drainage; and to authorize the expenditure of $82,924.38 from the Sewerage Operating Fund. ($82,924.38)
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WHEREAS, the Purchasing Office opened formal bids on August 14, 2025 for the purchase of Hydra-tech Pump Parts and Accessories for...
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