CC MEETING: March 3, 2015
DATE: February 18, 2015
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Carl W. Shelton, Fleet & Facilities Director & Vince Priolo, Purchasing Manager
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Consider Approval Of The Purchase Of One (1) Concrete Breaker From Associated Supply Company Through An Inter-Local Agreement With Houston Galveston Area Council (HGAC) In An Amount Not To Exceed $112,387.00.
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BACKGROUND:
Fleet Services is requesting the purchase of one (1) concrete breaker through our member agreement with HGAC. The current unit (#9155) is 10 years old and with high utilization and life maintenance costs. This unit will be retired per Fleet's policy on age/hours/maintenance. On average, equipment of this type has a life expectancy of approximately 6-10 years, depending on application and use. Unit 9155 is used by the Streets Department in the construction and repair of concrete streets and alleys throughout the city.
The new unit, an Arrow Hammer Model 1350T, is a pneumatic-tired, mobile hydraulic hammer that operates on and off paved surfaces. A 74 HP John Deere, Tier 4, turbocharged, engine provides power for the Arrow Hammer. During operation, the unit propels itself through a hydraulically-controlled creeper gear, providing speeds up to 63 FPM. The Arrow Hammer Model 1350T breaks, cuts, and scores concrete, rock, and asphalt into sizes suitable for excavation and recovery. It compacts backfill with adjustable impact up to 13,000 foot pounds; or a fraction of that force when it's necessary to protect what's underground.
Staff recommends the purchase of the concrete breaker through our inter-local agreement with the Houston Galveston Area Council (HGAC). This inter-local agreement meets all state of Texas competitive bidding requirements. Texas law authorizes this process so that the City can save the time of developing specifications and avoid the duplication of competitive bidding process.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The equipment w...
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