Explanation
This ordinance will authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into the second year of a three (3) year term with V.A.T., Inc. for transportation services. The contract is for a period of three (3) years beginning May 1, 2020 through April 30, 2023, subject to annual appropriations and approval of contract by the Columbus City Council.
Background: This ordinance will pay for costs associated with the provision of safe and reliable transportation services to participants in various Columbus Recreation and Parks programs and camps taking place throughout the year.
Bids were received by the Recreation and Parks Department on March 11, 2020 in response to RFQ015096 for transportation needs as follows:
Vendor Status Bid Amount
V.A.T., Inc MAJ Vehicle Type Hourly Rate
Conventional School Bus $58.00
Coach Bus $70.00
Passenger Van $50.00
Passage of this legislation will authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into year two (2) of a three (3) year agreement with V.A.T., Inc for transportation services in the total amount of $71,000.00 for the period of May 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022 and to declare an emergency.
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is requested to ensure the timely provision of safe and reliable transportation of Recreation programming participants for the summer camp season.
Principal Parties:
V.A.T. Inc.
Paul Vellani, President
460 E. High St.
London, OH 43140
2047 Leonard Ave.
Columbus, OH 43219
614-252-5060 (Phone)
EIN: 31-1004545
Fiscal Impact: The amount of $71,000.00 is budgeted from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund, 2285.
Title
To authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to enter into contract with V.A.T., Inc. for transportation services; to authorize the expenditure of $71,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($71,000.00)
Body
WHEREAS, it is neces...
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