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Purchase of Two Aerial Units (B)
explanation
The Energy Delivery Department utilizes aerial units for trouble work and maintenance of the electric transmission and distribution system. The two aerial units being recommended for purchase in FY05 to replace other units that have reached the end of each units' useful life.
An invitation to bid for the procurement of five aerial units was sent by Utilities Purchasing to four prospective bidders for the provision of three units in FY04 and two in FY05. Three bidders responded, one with a no-bid. Fleet Management recommended awarding the bid to Altec Industries, Inc. based on Altec Industries' bid meeting all material requirements of the specifications and the competitive price of the bid. The City Commission approved the purchase of the three units for FY04 on August 23, 2004. Staff is now requesting approval to purchase the two aerial units for FY05 included in the invitation to bid. A bid tabulation is attached for your reference.
The NTE amount includes a 1% discount the supplier issued as an incentive for purchasing multiple units.
recommendation
The City Commission to approve the issuance of a purchase order to Altec Industries, Inc. for two 50' aerial units in an amount not to exceed $203,536.
fiscal note
Funds for this purchase have been included in the FY05 budget.
drafter
Prepared by: David E. Beaulieu, Energy Delivery Assistant General Manager
Submitted by: Michael L. Kurtz, General Manager