Report Prepared by: Mikel Schlessigner, Public Works Supervisor – Solid Waste
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SUBJECT: Approval of a Services Agreement with Waste Innovation Systems, Inc. (WIS), for Refuse Routing Software in the Amount Not to Exceed $329,025 Through the Initial Contract Term Ending June 30, 2028
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving a services agreement with Waste Innovation Systems, Inc. (WIS) for refuse routing software in the amount not to exceed $329,025 through June 30, 2028, with the option to extend the agreement through June 30, 2031.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for standardization on particular types of equipment; and,
B. Approving a Services Agreement with Waste Innovation Systems, Inc. (WIS) for refuse routing software in the amount not to exceed $329,025 through June 30, 2028, with the option to extend for three (3) additional one (1) year terms through June 30, 2031; and,
C. Approving future contract amendments to adjust the number of refuse route hardware and software units based on changes in refuse services or increases/decreases to the number of refuse fleet vehicles; and,
D. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommend by Staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to other than recommended by Staff; or,
3. Deny; or,
4. Refer to Staff for reconsideration of specific items; or,
5. Continue to a future meeting.
AUTHORITY
Charter of the City of Merced, Section 200, et seq. and Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code.
Services with an estimated value greater than $41,000.00 are made by written contract in accordance with Merced Municipal Code, Title 3 – Revenue and Finance, Chapter 3.04.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2026/2027 Adop...
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