Submitted By: Christina Guy
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Presentation By: Liza Warmuth
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Department: Fleet
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve the purchase of a Ford Transit cargo van for the Facilities Management Department in the amount of $51,847
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
N/A
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BACKGROUND:
The Ford Transit cargo van offers versatility and a wide range of configurations to meet departmental needs. Fleet Management is requesting the purchase of one van to support the operational and transportation requirements of a facilities maintenance mechanic.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
As a political subdivision of the state of Florida, the City of Ocala qualifies as an eligible user of the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Agreement 091521-NAF for National Auto Fleet Group Cars, Trucks, Vans, SUVs, Cab Chassis, and Other Vehicles (Contract Term Expiration: November 8, 2025).
Cooperative purchasing programs are comprised of member cities, counties, and other public agencies nationwide who aggregate their members’ purchasing power to achieve greater volume discounts. The underlying solicitation for the cooperative purchasing agreement has been evaluated and determined by the City’s Procurement Department to be cost-effective and to afford best value.
Staff recommends the purchase of one van to increase operational efficiency in the department.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this purchase is approved in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget and is available in account 001-026-602-519-66-64010 Facilities Machinery and Equipment.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These goods were procured in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Agreement will be reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny