Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract, on behalf of the Facilities Management Division, with Trane US, Inc. for HVAC controls and equipment services.
Trane US, Inc., is the sole source provider of Trane controls in the Central Ohio area. Trane is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the HVAC controls and equipment utilized at various City of Columbus buildings under the purview of the Facilities Management Division. Trane is the sole source of OEM parts, factory authorized service technicians, and warranty support.
Trane US, Inc. FID: 25-0900465 CC001915
Emergency Designation: Emergency action is requested so that HVAC controls and equipment services can continue without delay to ensure the proper maintenance and safety of various buildings including City Hall, Central Safety Building, Jerry Hammond Building and others.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes the expenditure of $100,000.00 from the General Fund with Trane US, Inc. for HVAC controls and equipment services for various buildings under the purview of the Facilities Management Division.
Title
To authorize the Finance and Management Director to renew a contract with Trane US, Inc. for HVAC controls and equipment services under the purview of the Facilities Management Division, in accordance with the sole source provisions of Columbus City Code; to authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00 within the General Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($100,000.00)
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WHEREAS, the Department of Finance and Management, Facilities Management Division is in need of HVAC controls and equipment services for various buildings under the purview of the Facilities Management Division; and
WHEREAS, it has become necessary in the usual daily operation of the Department of Finance and Management to authorize the Director to enter into a contract with Trane US, Inc. for HVAC controls and equipment services; and
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