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Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager to execute a contract with Ray Gaskin Service for the purchase of three (3) Wayne Curbtender Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) alternative fueled refuse trucks per quote dated August 2, 2007, on the same terms and conditions afforded to the County of Sacramento, in an amount not to exceed $772,570.50 including tax, with a ten percent contingency for additional equipment if necessary and if funds are available. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
The City Charter provides an alternative procurement method by permitting the City to purchase or otherwise obtain services, supplies, materials, equipment and labor with other governmental agencies by purchasing under their contracts on a voluntary and selective basis when authorized by a Resolution of the City Council.
The Department of Public Works, Fleet Services Bureau, investigated procurement options and learned that the County of Sacramento had completed a competitive bid process for Wayne Curbtender refuse trucks and has a purchase order with Ray Gaskin Service, that meets the City's needs. This cooperative purchase agreement will facilitate the timely acquisition of the refuse trucks and provide cost benefits to the City.
Ray Gaskin Service has agreed to sell three (3) Wayne Curbtender LNG refuse trucks to the City of Long Beach under the same terms and conditions as are afforded to the County of Sacramento in an amount not to exceed $772,570.50 with an option for 10 percent contingency if necessary and if funds are available. The Matrix Fleet Review Study also supports the use of cooperative purchase agreements and adherence to a long-term replacement plan.
This matter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Lori A. Conway on October 31,2007 and Budget Management Officer Victoria Bell on November 01,2007.
TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
City Council action is requested on November 13, 2007, to ensure that the refuse trucks are built and placed into service in 2008. The ...
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