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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BAKER VEHICLE SYSTEMS, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF A COMPACT TRACK LOADER FOR PARKS DIVISION OPERATIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Executive Summary: As part of the approved 2017 equipment replacement budget, the Parks Department has obtained GSA schedule pricing for the purchase of a replacement compact track loader through Baker Vehicle Systems, Inc. Staff seeks approval to execute this purchase.
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Legislative History
Resolution 16-190 provided permission to seek bids and competitive pricing for the 2017 budget year.
Purpose & Explanation
As per the 2017 approved Parks Department budget, staff has obtained pricing for the purchase of one replacement compact track loader utilizing GSA contract schedule pricing (#GS-30F-1021H) in the amount of $63,503.00. This piece of equipment will be purchased through Baker Vehicle Systems.
Equipment Detail
Compact Track Loader
-2017 scheduled replacement. Budgeted $65,000.00
-Park use. Heavy loading of materials, excavation, land clearing, trail maintenance, tree planting. This new machine will also be fitted with snow removal equipment (snow blade system) which will allow current snow machine and equipment to be auctioned or repurposed at a savings of $12,715.
-2004 New Holland. 1400 hours. Excess wear and tear
-Hydraulic system failure. System is too weak for safe loading of heavy materials and clearing applications. All lift cylinders are in need of line bore welding for safe boom usage.
-Repairs/upgrades would likely exceed current value.
Timing Considerations
Staff wishes to move forward quickly with the purchase to have the equipment on hand prior to the growing season.
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 Baker Vehicle Syste...
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