Explanation
Background:
This ordinance authorizes the Franklin County Municipal Court, Clerk of Court (hereinafter "Municipal Court Clerk") to enter into the first year of a three year contract, with three consecutive one year renewal options with Apelles, LLC for collection services for the Clerk's Office.
The collection services have been ongoing since 1998. These services have been successful in collecting outstanding fines and costs for the Municipal Court Clerk's Office.
The contract is self-funding in that the percentage charged for collecting the receivables is added to the total debt collected, pursuant to ORC 2335.24 and ORC 2335.19; thereby, negating any costs to the City of Columbus for this service.
Bid Information:
On May 27, 2010 a formal bid process for one or more collection services was conducted through SA003606, in accordance with Columbus City Codes, Chapter 329. Proposals were received by twelve vendors. The proposals were reviewed by an evaluation committee of three. In agreement with the committee, the Municipal Court Clerk awarded a contract to Apelles, LLC.
Contract Compliance Number: 41-2104380
Expiration: 6/30/2012
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 finding for recovery certified search.
Emergency: Emergency declaration is requested for the continuity of the collection services.
Fiscal Impact: Funds totaling $90,000.00 are available in the Municipal Court Clerk collection fund budget.
Title
To authorize and direct the Municipal Court Clerk to enter into a contract with Apelles, LLC for the provision of collection services; to authorize an expenditure up to $90,000.00 from the Municipal Court Clerk Collection Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($90,000.00)
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Whereas, it is necessary to enter into a contract with Apelles, LLC to...
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