AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2020-119R, approving the replacement of a Crew Leader Truck to be purchased from Altec Industries, Inc. through the Sourcewell Cooperative for use by the Utility Metering Division in the amount of $86,990; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all appropriate documents to complete the purchase; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: January 21, 2020
Department: Public Services ...Tom Taggart, Director (By Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $86,990
Account Number: 21006319.60125
Funds Available: $86,990
Account Name: Equipment
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Prior Council Action: Budgetary approval of the capital outlay line item during the FY20 budget process.
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Background Information:
The San Marcos Electric Utility Department is requesting purchase of a replacement crew leader truck from Altec Industries, Burnsville, North Carolina, through cooperative contract #0124-8-ALT in the amount of $86,990. This vehicle will replace truck 37-912 whose age and condition make it less reliable than is acceptable and more costly to maintain. A lease option is not available for this size vehicle, so a purchase of new is the preferred option.
The City of San Marcos is authorized by Local Government Code, Chapter 271, ...
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