Explanation
Background:
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into year one (1) of a three (3) year contract, subject to annual appropriations and approval of the contract by the Columbus City Council, with V.A.T., Inc. for bus transportation services. The contract is necessary to provide safe and reliable transportation services to youth and adult participants in various Columbus Recreation and Parks programs and camps taking place throughout the year. This ordinance will authorize the expenditure of $123,300.00 for the first year of the contract covering the period of May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions:
Proposals were advertised through Vendor Services on RFQ031906, in accordance with City Code Chapter 329. Proposals were received on January 20, 2026 from the following vendors:
1. V.A.T., Inc
Principal Parties:
V.A.T. Inc.
Paul Vellani, President - 614-252-5060
2047 Leonard Ave.
Columbus, OH 43219
Contract Compliance No. CC-004585
Fiscal Impact:
The amount of $123,300.00 is budgeted and available from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund 2285 to meet the financial obligations of this contract.
Title
To authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into year one (1) of a three (3) year contract, subject to annual appropriations and approval of the contract by the Columbus City Council, with V.A.T., Inc. for bus transportation services; to authorize the expenditure of $123,300.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund. ($123,300.00)
Body
WHEREAS, it is necessary to authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks to enter into year one
(1) of a three (3) year contract with V.A.T. Inc, May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027, for the provision of transportation for various Columbus Recreation and Parks programs and camps; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to authorize the expenditure of $123,300.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating...
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