AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2025-131R, approving a contract with Lonestar Forklift, through the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative, for the purchase of a Hyundai 100d-9V Diesel Forklift for use by the Utilities Department in the amount of $143,931.00; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the contract on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: August 5, 2025
Department: Utilities
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $143,931.00
Account Number: 21006323 60125
Funds Available: Yes
Account Name: Equipment
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Prior Council Action: none
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Background Information:
This request is for the purchase of a large forklift from Lonestar Forklift in the amount of $143,931 through the Sourcewell cooperative contract #053024-HCE. It is needed to safely move utility poles and large wire reels at the City's Public Service Center storage yard and warehouse.
This new forklift will be stationed at the Public Services Complex. The previous forklift approved by City Council in April 2025 is stationed at the Utility storage yard (40 acres) which is located behind the Animal Shelter on River Road.
Pursuant to Local Government Code 271.102, the City is authorized to participate in the cooperative purchasing program...
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