Res 24-495 Approve Purchase of Trimble R980 GPS Unit and Associated Equipment from Seiler Geospatial ($33,035)
BACKGROUND
The Department of Public Works has requested a quote from Seiler Geospatial (Seiler) for a Trimble R980 GPS unit and associated equipment. This piece of equipment is used for high-precision measurements and positioning when conducting topographic and construction surveys.
The Engineering Division currently uses two (2) Trimble R8 GPS units and one (1) R12i, which are becoming obsolete. They were purchased in July of 2008, October of 2012, and February of 2023 respectively and continue to function as needed. However, they are no longer being serviced as parts are increasingly no longer available.
ANALYSIS
Seiler was chosen as the source of this equipment due to the staff's familiarity of the product brand and past technical/sales service. Seiler is the only authorized distributor/reseller of Trimble products for the City of Oshkosh.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds for this purchase are available from the 2024 Operating Budget in Account #01000420-7204 (Engineering-Machinery & Equipment).
RECOMMENDATION
Section 12-11 of the Municipal Code of the City of Oshkosh provides that equipment purchases, when standardization or compatibility is the overriding consideration, may be approved by the City Manager without the use of formal, sealed quotes. In accordance with Section 12-11 of the Code, I am recommending approval regarding this purchase.
Please advise me if you have any questions concerning this purchase.
