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A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 14-80 TO AMEND THE NAME OF THE VENDOR FOR THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AUTHORIZED THEREBY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Executive Summary: The City seeks to purchase two Pierce pumper trucks for the Fire Department through the State of Ohio Cooperative Purchasing Program (STS Contract #800180). Resolution No. 14-80 authorized a Purchase Agreement with Finley Fire Equipment, the broker/dealer; however, the Purchase Agreement is with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.
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Legislative History
Resolution No. 14-80 was passed by City Council on June 18, 2014, to authorize the City Manager to enter into an Agreement to purchase two Pierce pumper trucks for the Fire Department.
Purpose & Explanation
The City seeks to purchase two Pierce pumper trucks for the Fire Department through the State of Ohio Cooperative Purchasing Program (STS Contract #800180). Resolution No. 14-80 authorized a Purchase Agreement with Finley Fire Equipment, the broker/dealer; however, the Purchase Agreement is with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.
Timing Considerations
This Resolution includes an emergency clause, and it will be effective immediately in order to secure lower pricing.
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends passage of this Resolution.
Submitted by,
Scott N. Schroyer, Interim City Manager
Jerry Varnes, Fire Chief