Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
The purpose of this ordinance is to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a purchase order with Bobcat Enterprises Inc., in order to purchase one Skidsteer Loader, hauling trailer, and accessories for the Department of Public Service, Division of Refuse Collection. This purchase will assist the Division with expediting bulk pick-up of large items and with the clean-up of illegal dumping sites that are not easily accessible for knuckle-boom trucks.
The Purchasing Office advertised a competitive bid in accordance with Section 329.06 (RFQ012555). One vendor submitted a bid that was received and opened on June 20, 2019. Bobcat Enterprises was the lowest, responsive, responsible, and best bid received. Therefore, the award will be made to Bobcat Enterprises in the amount of $41,893.80.
2. CONTRACT COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
The contract compliance number for Bobcat Enterprises is CC004399 and expires 06/21/2020.
3. FISCAL IMPACT
Funds for this purchase are available in the Refuse Bond Fund, Fund 7703, Project P520001-100000. An amendment to the 2019 Capital Improvement Budget is necessary to establish budget authority for the proper project.
4. EMERGENCY DESIGNATION
Emergency action is requested to expedite delivery of the Skidsteer Loader, accessories, and hauling trailer for immediate use.
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To amend the 2019 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a purchase order with Bobcat Enterprises, Inc., for purchase of one Skidsteer Loader, accessories, and hauling trailer for the Division of Refuse Collection; to authorize the expenditure of up to $41,893.80 from the Refuse Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($41,893.80)
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WHEREAS, the Purchasing Office opened an informal bid on June 20, 2019, for one Skidsteer Loader, accessories, and hauling trailer for the Division of Refuse Collection; and
WHEREAS, the Division of Refuse Collection recomme...
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