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DPS/DOT Wheel Loader Trucks - $1,090,000
Urban Beautification/ Road and Bridge Maintenance
Paul M. Rasmusson (x7868)
Doug Stephens (x1006)
Revised
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Authorizing the appropriation and expenditure of an amount up to $1,090,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for the purchase of wheel loader trucks for the Divisions of Urban Beautification and Road and Bridge Maintenance; authorizing the Mayor to enter into a purchase agreement with Southeastern Equipment for the purchase of wheel loader trucks; authorizing the mayor to execute a contract with Southeastern Equipment not to exceed $1,090,000, waiving competitive procurement provisions of TMC Chapter 187; and declaring an emergency.
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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
Historically, the city has consistently rented small and large loaders for our leaf collection and snow and ice operations. Typically, we rent up to eight small loaders and three large loaders for the programs. While trying to secure the equipment for the upcoming seasons, we were told by the vendor there are no rentals available. We sought other rental options and there were none available.
In order to complete successful leaf collection and snow and ice operations, and to ensure we have the necessary equipment in the future, the city would like to purchase six small loaders and three large loaders for our operations.
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NOW, THEREFORE, Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Toledo:
SECTION 1. That the appropriation of and amount not to exceed $1,090,000 is authorized from the unappropriated balance of the Capital Improvement Fund to account code 5040-27100-8CB2225LOADER and expenditure of same is authorized for the purchase of wheel loader trucks for the Divisions of Urban Beautification and Road and Bridge Maintenance.
SECTION 2. That the Mayor is authorized to enter into a contract with Southeastern Equipment for the purchase of nine loader trucks waiving the competitive procurement requirements of TM...
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