Report Prepared by: Cosmo Ordunez, Public Works Manager-Internal Services
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SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) New Ford E-Transit Cargo Van Equipped with Flexitrax C550 System, and Necessary Attachment Equipment, from WECO Industries in the Amount of $249,862.65 for the Sewer Division
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of one new Ford E-Transit Cargo Van equipped with Flexitrax C550 System, in the amount of $249,862.65. Staff has identified a vehicle that will not only aid their operation but allow the City to become compliant with California Code of Regulation Section 1962 (Zero-Emission Vehicle Standards).
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City's competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code section 3.04.210 and authorizing the purchase to be made on the grounds of sole/single sourcing; and,
B. Approving the purchase of one Ford E-Transit Cargo Van equipped with Flexitrax C550 System, in the amount of $249,862.65 from WECO Industries for the Sewer Division; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents for the purchase specified above; and,
D. Authorizing the issuance of the Purchase Order and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommended by staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to other than recommended by staff (identify specific findings and/or conditions amended to be addressed in the motion); or,
3. Deny; or,
4. Refer to staff for reconsideration of specific items; or,
5. Continue to a future meeting (date and time to be specified in the motion).
AUTHORITY
Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 - Exemptions from competitive bidding.
California Code of Regulation Section 1962 - Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Standards.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the FY 24/25 Adopted Budget.
DISCUSSION
Buying the vehicle directly through this sole/single source purchasing requires w...
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