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Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Waive the Bid Process and Approve Purchase of a John Deere 324 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader with JRB bucket and Tink Claw Attachments from Pape Machinery, Inc. of French Camp, CA ($172,517.52) Utilizing the Sourcewell Contract No. 011723-JDC (PW)
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MEETING DATE:
August 7, 2024
PREPARED BY:
Public Works Director
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to waive bid process and approve purchase of a 2024 John Deere 324 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader with JRB bucket and Tink claw attachments from Pape Machinery, Inc. of French Camp, CA in the amount of $172,517.52, utilizing the Sourcewell Contract No. 011723-JDC.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Municipal Utilities Services Division is in need of replacing Vehicle No. 04-107, a 2001 Hypac tractor roller, which has exceeded its useful life and is no longer utilized in our operations (Exhibit A). Total repair costs associated with this vehicle are $2,489.44 with a current operating time of 443 hours. This vehicle was purchased primarily to perform reclamite applications in new subdivisions. During the 2008 Great Recession, staffing levels were reduced by 50% and this task was eliminated. This accounts for the exceptionally low hours and maintenance costs on a vehicle that is 23 years old.
The new John Deere 324 P-Tier provides new functionality and up to date safety standards and will replace a vehicle that no longer meets the City's needs. The addition of this tractor has different functionality that will enhance productivity in our daily operations, ranging from road repairs, homeless cleanup efforts and the City's leaf removal program. Staff recommends replacement and has spent considerable time researching the needs of our growing community.
Funding for this purchase has already been approved in the fiscal 24/25 budget.
Per Lodi Municipal Code ?3.20.045, State and Local Agency Contra...
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