Explanation
Background:
As a result of RP035233 this ordinance will authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00 for the purchase of two (2) tractors with loader buckets for use in the Recreation and Parks Sports section. This equipment will replace brass tag numbers 12434 and 14976.
This ordinance will establish an Auditor’s certificate for the expenditure of $100,000.00 for the purchase of two tractors. In accordance with City Code Chapter 329, competitive bids will be solicited and opened by the Purchasing Office, obtained through any current universal term contract, or state term contract as authorized by Ordinance Number 582-87.
Title
To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract for the purchase of two tractors with loader buckets as a result of RP035233 bid results; to appropriate and authorize the expenditure of $100,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Permanent Improvement Fund; to amend the 2015 Capital Improvement Budget; and to declare an emergency. ($100,000.00)
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WHEREAS, the Purchasing Office will solicit competitive bids to acquire two tractors for the Recreation and Parks Department Sports section in accordance with City Code Chapter 329 or use State Term contracts authorized per ordinance number 582-87; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Office will enter into contract for two tractors with loader buckets as a result of RP035233; and
WHEREAS, brass tags for equipment to be replaced will be submitted to the Division of Fleet Management, and all specifications for equipment to be purchased and brass tagged will be approved by the Division of Fleet Management prior to acquisition;
WHEREAS, funding is being established while the bids are being reviewed as a result of RP035233; and
WHEREAS, an emergency exists in the usual daily operation of the Recreation and Parks Department in that it is immediately necessary to enter into contract for the equipment so that the equipment is available for 2015 softball season Sports s...
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