Approve purchase of two (2) 2022 Peterbilt Model 520 front end load refuse collection trucks, two (2) 2022 Peterbilt Model 520 automated side load refuse collection trucks, and five (5) Peterbilt Model 337 grapple tucks for the Solid Waste Division in an amount not to exceed $2,116,047.00.

The Solid Waste Division is operating with an aging fleet.The Public Works Department is seeking to purchase two (2) 2022 Peterbilt Model 520 front end load refuse collection trucks, two (2) 2022 Peterbilt Model 520 automated side load refuse collection trucks, and five (5)  Peterbilt Model 337 grapple tucks from The Pete Store piggybacking the Florida Sheriff's Association Contract FSA20/22-VEH19.0 cooperative purchasing agreement. The Pete Store is the dealer selected by the bid award and has a facility in Fort Pierce to service warranty claims.

The expense of operating with an aging fleet continues to rise year after year and the frequency of breakdowns increases as well. Because of the age, it is becoming more difficult to source the parts needed for repairs, increasing downtime and adversely affecting the delivery of quality service to the community.

By approving the requested purchase, the majority of the grapple trucks will be new as well as two (2) front load trucks for commercial and two (2) side load residential collection trucks, resulting in a reduced cost to operate and improving the level of service to our customers.

The Purchasing Division has reviewed the procurement process for this item and found all terms and conditions meet the piggyback requirements of the City of Fort Pierce.

The Public Works Department recommends approval of the requested purchases.       

Staff will proceed as directed by the Commission.

Public Works Department

Purchasing Division
Finance Department