Explanation
Background: The ordinance authorizes the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. for the purchase and delivery of two travel vacuum trailers for the Division of Water in an amount not to exceed $166,550.00.
The two travel vacuum trailers will be used by the distribution maintenance section to conduct maintenance work around the underground water mains and related infrastructure. This purchase has been approved by the Division of Fleet Management and will replace BT23927 and BT23928.
Procurement
The Purchasing Office solicited competitive bids through Vendor Services from May 13, 2026, to June 11, 2026, for the purchase and delivery of two travel vacuum trailers in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code, RFQ032845. Twenty-eight vendors were solicited and two bids were received. The bids were opened and evaluated on June 11, 2026.
After the bids were evaluated, 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 Rd
Cambridge, OH 43725
Ryan Tacosik, (614) 889-1073
Contract Compliance Number: 006684
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: PENDING UPDATE
Fiscal Impact: $166,550.00 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
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To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Southeastern Equipment Co., Inc. for the purchase and delivery of two travel vacuum trailers for the Department of Public Utilities; and to authorize the expenditure of $166,550.00 from within the Water Operating Fund. ($166,550.00)
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WHEREAS, it is necessary to authorize the Director of the Department ...
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