Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Finance and Management Director to establish additional funding for a previous order to George Byers Sons, Inc. (PA004790) for the purchase of one (1) truck cab chassis to later be up-fit as a tire service truck, and three (3) mechanics trucks for use by the Fleet Management Division. The purchase order for these vehicles will be issued from a Universal Term Contract (UTC) that has been previously established by the City of Columbus Purchasing Office. Due to supply chain demands and long lead times there has been a discrepancy between the originally ordered cost of the trucks and price upon completion and delivery of the order. This increase needs paid to ensure completion of the order. The amount being requested is to provide for the difference from the originally legislated and approved amount by Ordinance 2107-2022.
George Byers Sons, Inc. vendor#006008, PA004790 & PA004948 - Light Duty Trucks & Police Vehicles - expires 6/30/23
This company is not debarred according to the Federal Excluded Parties listing or prohibited from being awarded a contract as per the Auditor of State unresolved findings for recovery certified search.
Fiscal Impact: This ordinance seeks authority to expend $19,965.00 from the Fleet Capital Fund for the purchase of one (1) truck cab chassis to later be up-fit as a tire service truck, and three (3) mechanics trucks. This ordinance is an addition to Ordinance 2107-2022.
Emergency action is requested due to the instability of the automobile supply chain. The market volatility of all the OEMs continues with the ongoing shortage of chips and other critical supply line parts to produce vehicles. This limited availability is causing vehicles to increase in cost as well as limit their availability. Therefore, emergency legislation is being requested so that Fleet may ensure the pending purchase and delivery of these vehicles, which will not occur without this additional funding.
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