Explanation
Background: This legislation amends Ordinance 0309-2011 which passed City Council on 04/04/2011. Ordinance 0309-2011 established sole source vendors for various automotive equipment, parts, supplies, and services for the Fleet Management Division. Funding for sole source vendors was established on AC032173 for both automotive parts and services. This ordinance will add one addtional sole source vendor, Baker Vehicle Systems, to those which were established with Ordinance 0309-2011. Baker Vehicle Systems is the only authorized dealer for Jacobsen parts in the State of Ohio.
The sole source vendors listed herein are 1) local makers and distributors of vehicle equipment and parts, 2) the local authorized dealers for manufacturer's parts, or 3) the only authorized facility to perform manufacturer or warranty repairs within a geographic area (City of Columbus, Franklin County).
Attempts have been made to formally bid many of these parts and services. However, these vendors generally do not bid, recognizing that they are the only authorized dealer in the immediate geographic area to perform services or supply parts.
This ordinance also authorizes the Finance & Management Director to issue a purchase order for the Fleet Management Division for floor cleaner/degreaser with Classic Solutions and to waive competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Codes. Classic Solutions will continue to provide service for the 220 gallon containers and water hook-ups at Groves Road and all of the Fleet satellite locations. The bulk delivery system provides floor cleaner/degreaser so oils and grease can be removed from the floor workspace. Pricing from Classic Solutions will continue at the current rate.
Fiscal Impact: The Fleet Management Division will use the current funding source for the sole source vendor which was established with Ordinance 0309-2011 . The purchase order for $20,000.00 for Classic Solutions will be from the Fleet Management fund...
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