Submitted By: Christina Guy
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Presentation By: Gary Crews
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Department: Facilities Management
FORMAL TITLE:
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Purchase of an electric JLG Compact Crawler Boom Lift from Federal Contracts Company utilizing the General Services Administration Multiple Award Schedule in the amount of $175,257
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
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BACKGROUND:
The Facilities Department is responsible for maintaining over 900,000 square feet of City-owned buildings and facilities. Tasks such as lighting repairs, HVAC access, painting, and exterior maintenance often necessitate reaching elevated areas, which typically involve using extension ladders, scaffolding, or aerial bucket trucks. However, these methods can be impractical or unsafe due to building height, uneven terrain, layout, and restricted access points.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
To enhance safety, efficiency, and adherence to workplace standards, the Facilities Department seeks approval to purchase the JLG X600AJ Compact Crawler Boom Lift from Federal Contracts Company. This narrow-chassis boom lift can fit through a standard doorway, reach heights of up to 60 feet, navigate tight spaces, and operate safely on various terrains and uneven surfaces. It will enable facilities staff to perform maintenance tasks safely on City buildings and facilities.
As a political subdivision of the state of Florida, the City of Ocala qualifies as an eligible user of cooperative purchasing agreements like the General Service Administration's (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS). GSA contracts are negotiated by the federal government with the intent of securing "most favored customer" pricing plus a discount offered to GSA and other authorized purchasers. The underlying agreement (GSA Contract No. GS-03F-113DA) for Industrial Products and Services (Machinery and Components) is valid through June 12, 2026, and has been evaluated and determined by Facilities an...
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