CC MEETING: March 3, 2015
DATE: February 17, 2015
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Carl W. Shelton, Fleet and Facilities Director & Vince Priolo, Purchasing Manager
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Consider Approval Of The Purchase Of One (1) Pursuit Vehicle For The Police Department From Caldwell Country Through An Inter-Local Agreement With BuyBoard In An Amount Not To Exceed $37,662.00.
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BACKGROUND:
Fleet Services is requesting the replacement of one (1) pursuit vehicle assigned to the Police Department. The existing vehicle (unit 2330) sustained major damage to a front end part; the control arm to frame assembly has fractured. Centerra recommends Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) level repairs for all front line pursuit vehicles, which precludes any welding on structural members. The vehicle is only repairable back to OEM standards by replacing the entire frame, but the cost is prohibitive. Estimates for this repair exceed $9,500.00. With a current mileage of 78,684 this level of repair expense is not recommended at this time. This agenda item will authorize the replacement of unit 2330 with a Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle.
Unit 2330 is a candidate for an aftermarket repair for $1,200.00, but it will need to be repurposed in an alternate capacity outside of front line pursuit. Staff recommends the aftermarket repair and reassignment to Fire Operations, which has a current inspector position needing permanent transportation. Repair and reassignment of this unit will delay the capital expense for a new Fire Inspector vehicle for at least 2-3 years and maximize the utilization and ROI of unit 2330.
Staff recommends the purchase of one (1) Police Pursuit Tahoe through our member agreement with BuyBoard. This cooperative entity 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 the competitive biddin...
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