Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE TWO VEHICLES THROUGH THE COMMUNITY, UNIVERSITY & EDUCATION PURCHASING ASSOCIATION (C.U.E.) PROGRAM AS REPLACEMENT VEHICLES FOR THE CITY VEHICLE FLEET; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Executive Summary: As part of the approved 2015 fleet capital replacement budget the Public Works Department has obtained CUE government program pricing for the purchase of two (2) fleet replacement vehicles and wishes to secure pricing and place vehicle orders.
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Legislative History
Resolution 14-155, permission to seek bids and competitive pricing for the 2015 budget year
Purpose & Explanation
As per the 2015 approved fleet replacement budget, Public Works has solicited pricing for two (2) fleet replacement vehicles (see attached table). The vehicles will be purchased through Montrose Auto Group utilizing the CUE contract program. Vehicle equipment and/or attachments will be purchased through competitive quotes at time of installation.
The newly purchased vehicles will replace two existing fleet vehicles within the Public Works Department which will be internet auctioned or recycled to other City departments that may require a vehicle for a less intensive use.
Timing Considerations
Staff would request emergency legislation to expedite the ordering of the vehicles and associated equipment.
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a purchase agreement with the Montrose Auto Group 3960 Medina Rd Akron, Ohio 44333 for the purchase of one (1) 2015 Ford Escape and one(1) 2015 Ford F 250-Series Utility Truck at a total CUE purchase price not to exceed $63,950.37
Submitted by,
Jane Howington
Frank Comeriato, Director of Public Works
Tom Munn, Public Works Superintendent-Services