Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. for the purchase of four mini excavators for the Division of Water, in an amount not to exceed $415,500.00.
The Distribution Maintenance Section will use the mini excavators to conduct maintenance-type work around the underground water mains and related infrastructure. This purchase has been approved by the Division of Fleet Management and will replace BT24766 and will add three excavators in an expansion.
Procurement
The Purchasing Office solicited competitive bids through Vendor Services from May 28, 2026, to June 18, 2026, for the purchase of four mini excavators in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code, RFQ032960. Fifty-seven vendors were solicited, and three bids were received. The bids were opened and evaluated on June 18, 2026.
After evaluation of the bids received, it was determined that, although Bobcat Enterprises, Inc. submitted the lowest bid, the bid included an alternate with exceptions that were not acceptable to the department. As a result, the bid was determined to be non-responsive to the City’s specifications. Therefore, the Division of Water recommends the award be given to Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc., as they were the most responsive, responsible, and best bidder.
Principal Party:
Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc.
10874 East Pike Road
Cambridge, Ohio 43725
Ryan Tocosik (614) 889-1073
Contract Compliance Number: 006684
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: PENDING UPDATE
Fiscal Impact: $415,500.00 is available from within the Water Operating Fund to meet the financial obligations of this contract.
$00.00 was spent in 2025
$00.00 was spent in 2024
Title
To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Southeastern Equipment Co....
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