Explanation
To authorize and direct the Director of Finance and Management, on behalf of the Recreation and Parks Director, to enter into various contracts for the purchase of mobile stage and related equipment; to authorize the appropriation of $285,850.00 within the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund 2285, to authorize the expenditure of $285,850.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund, to waive competitive bidding; and to declare an emergency.
Background: In a coordinated citywide effort to bring more educational, recreational and entertaining programs to Columbus neighborhoods starting in the summer of 2021, our office would like to purchase a mobile stage that gives our staff the flexibility to tow it easily to any part of the City and set up with ease within a short period of time.
With the COVID Pandemic impacting the lives of every citizen, it has been since 2019 that people have had an opportunity to gather in their own communities to celebrate, network and enjoy the quality of life our City has to offer. It is our desire to invigorate and unite neighborhoods throughout the city with diverse, stimulating and uplifting performing arts programs within just a few months. This endeavor also gives the City the rare opportunity to showcase local talent that has been unemployed for well over a year. The purchase of a small-size mobile stage would allow us to deliver quality performances in almost every type of park setting through the City.
The stage will be towed by a city vehicle and stored in the CRPD Warehouse during non-use.
Our initial quote from New Era Technology for the AV Production package design build was $240,000.00. New Era worked with the manufacturer “JBL” and we have received substantial discounts (approximately $75,000.00). Competitive bidding is requested to be waived due to the need to receive the equipment in time for use during performances for the abbreviated 2021 season.
Principal Parties:
Stageline Mobile Stage, In...
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