Consent 1.A.3.
Regular City Council Meeting
- Meeting Date:
- 11/13/2012
- TITLE
- Bid Award - Solid Waste Cabs & Chassis
- PRESENTED BY:
- David Mumford
- Department:
- Public Works
Presentation:
Information
PROBLEM/ISSUE STATEMENT
The Solid Waste Division FY 13 budget includes funds to replace two truck cabs and chassis with roll-off bodies. The trucks are included in the approved Equipment Replacement Plan. Staff advertised for sealed bids on October 4 and October 11, 2012, with a bid opening on October 23, 2012.
ALTERNATIVES ANALYZED
The Council may:
- Approve the staff recommendation to purchase two units from the low bidder: or
- Not approve the staff recommendation and reject all bids. Maintenance costs on the present trucks will increase as the units continue to operate.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The City received bids from four vendors as outlined on the attached "Solid Waste Bid Results."
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends purchasing the roll-off trucks from the low bidder, I-State, " Freightliner with Cummins ISL and the Advantage hoist" at a total, net cost of $283,973.00.