Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the City Auditor to set up a certificate in the amount of $65,000.00 for the purchase of equipment for the Recreation and Parks Department. These purchases will be made through the City of Columbus Purchasing Office. All bids will be obtained and contracts awarded in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Columbus City Code, Chapter 329. This ordinance will set up all of the funding required to enter into contracts with the vendors on an as-needed basis. 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. The new equipment is an expansion approved by the Division of Fleet Management and will be utilized to bring mobile recreational activities to neighborhoods throughout Columbus. The cargo van will be upfitted to transport recreational equipment to special events and underserved communities. It will also be wrapped to display high visibility and departmental graphics. The vehicle, currently being referred to as the “Funmobile”, will be operated by the Youth and Family Services Section of the Recreation and Parks Department.
The list below outlines the equipment expected to be purchased as soon as possible as a result of this ordinance:
One (1) Transit HR Cargo Van (2022 Model) - Estimated expenditure: $40,000.00
-Upfit of the Cargo Van - Estimated expenditure: $15,000.00
-Wrapping/Graphics of the Cargo Van - Estimated expenditure: $10,000.00
Estimated Total: $65,000.00
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is being requested in order to have this equipment delivered and available for the upcoming summer 2021 season. This ordinance is establishing the funding required for the equipment being purchased. Equipment will be ordered immediately upon the approval of this ordinance and resulting purchase orders.
Benefits to the Public: The equipment will allow for expa...
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