Explanation
This legislation authorizes the Finance and Management Director to renew a contract on behalf of the Fleet Management Division with Ricart Properties Inc. for vehicle alignment and Ford OEM repair services.
The Department of Finance and Management solicited Competitive Bids for vehicle alignment and Ford OEM repair services, the subject services in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code (RFQ027247). Ricart Properties, Inc. was deemed to be the lowest, responsible and best bidder.
Ordinance 1399-2024 authorized the initial contract with Ricart Properties, Inc. The original contract was entered into on June 4th 2024, with the option to renew for three (3) additional one (1) year periods upon mutual agreement and approval of Columbus City Council. This ordinance is seeking approval of the first of three allowed renewals. If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be requested.
SUPPLIER: Ricart Properties, Inc., Certification Number CC-004963 Expiration: 01/09/2026, D365#004963,
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: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $275,000.00 from the Fleet Operating Fund for Ford OEM repairs and vehicle alignments services.
$260,000.00 was spent since in 2024
$110,000.00 was spent in 2023
$50,000.00 was spent in 2022
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: This ordinance is being submitted as an emergency in order to allow the continuation of vital services to keep the Department of Finance and Management - Fleet Management division, Police, Fire and a number of other City of Columbus divisions operations running efficiently for the health and prosperity of City of Columbus citizens
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