Explanation
Background: The ordinance authorizes the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract with Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, Inc. for purchase of one slope mower for the Division of Water, in an amount not to exceed $72,361.00.
The mower will be used by the Watershed section to conduct maintenance type work around the watershed upground reservoir. This purchase has been approved by the Division of Fleet Management and will replace BT25935.
Procurement
The Purchasing Office solicited competitive bids through Vendor Services from May 18, 2026, to June 11, 2026, for purchase of one slope mower in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code, RFQ032863. Twenty-six vendors were solicited and one bid was received. The bids were opened and evaluated on June 11, 2026.
After the bids were evaluated, it was determined that the low bidders submission included a quote that was valid for only 30 days, so a new quote was requested with an extended expiration date. The Division of Water recommends the award be given to Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, Inc., as they were the most responsive, responsible, and best bidder. A bid waiver is being requested to allow the City ample time to process the contract.
Principal Party:
Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, Inc.
DBA, Century Equipment, A Jerry Pate Company
301 Schubert Drive
Pensacola, FL 32504
Josh Janson, (614) 323-2536
Contract Compliance Number: 034768
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: 11/6/2026
Fiscal Impact: $72,361.00 is available from within the Water Operating Fund to meet the financial obligations of this contract.
$72,315.27 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 Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, Inc. for purchase of one slope mower for Columbus Water & Power; to waive competitive bidding ...
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