Explanation
This ordinance will establish an Auditor's Certificate and authorize the expenditure for the purchase of an Articulated Telescopic Handler with sway control and stabilizers for the Recreation and Parks Department. An Articulated Telescopic Handler is a highly versatile and productive machine with compact dimensions, powerful performance and the ability to move materials fast. The new equipment will replace aging equipment in need of replacement as outlined within this ordinance.
Background: This purchase will be made through the City of Columbus Purchasing Office. Bid will be obtained and contract awarded using City Code 329 or using State Term contract pursuant to ordinance number 582-87; however, this legislation will set up all of the funding required to enter into contract with the awarded vendor prior to bidding. All equipment will be bid through the City of Columbus Purchasing System and all contracts will be approved by the Director of Finance and Management. Competitive bid will be solicited and opened by the Purchasing Office, obtained through any current universal term contract, or state term contract.
The primary use of this piece of construction equipment is for the installation and removal of docks at our reservoirs but will be used for various maintenance operations throughout the year.
Emergency Justification: An emergency exists in the usual daily operations of the Recreation and Parks Department in that funding needs to be in place in January, 2017 for potential bid award for equipment delivery in time for Spring Dock replacements.
Fiscal Impact: 180,000.00 is required from the Voted Parks and Recreation Bond Fund 7702 to meet the financial obligations of these expenditures.
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To authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into contract for the purchase of an Articulated Telescopic Handler for the Recreation and Parks Department; to authorize the expenditure of $180,000.00 from the Recreation and Park...
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