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Public Works <br /> DATE: 1/21/2025 <br /> MEMO: 2025 - 07 <br /> TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members <br /> FROM: Tim Gleason, City Manager <br /> Matt Newell,Director of Public Works <br /> Byron Bowman,Municipal Services Manager <br /> Chris Bergschneider,Fleet Supervisor <br /> SUBJECT: <br /> Resolution Authorizing a Sourcewell Contract for the Purchase of One (1) Grappler Truck <br /> SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends awarding a Sourcewell contract in the amount of <br /> $251,372.00 to EJ Equipment, to furnish one (1) 2024 Freightliner M2106 Plus Chassis with Palfinger <br /> M13A98/22' Beauroc MPHD Dump Body. <br /> BACKGROUND: <br /> The Public Works, Municipal Services Division has requested a new Grappler Truck to replace the existing <br /> Bucket Truck, #437. A review of the ongoing use and need for the old bucket truck in the Forestry Section <br /> indicated that a Grappler Truck would be much more useful in hauling tree debris and 72 hour clean ups. The <br /> cost is generally the same between the two units. <br /> Unit#437 has been selected to be replaced due to its age and condition. <br /> The replacement vehicle is currently in stock and ready to be delivered. <br /> LEGAL REVIEW: There are no contracts for Legal to review. <br /> PRIOR COUNCIL ACTION: <br /> None <br /> POTENTIAL OBJECTIONS: There are no known objections. <br /> INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES: <br /> Fleet Maintenance wrote the bid specifications based on Municipal Services Division and Forestry Section <br /> needs. <br /> STAFF REFERENCE: Matt Newell, Public Works Director, Chris Bergschneider, Fleet Supervisor. Matt <br /> Newell will be in attendance at the City Council meeting to answer any questions on this item. <br /> BUDGET/TIME IMPLICATIONS: Funding for the truck expenditure is provided in the approved FY2025 <br /> Budget. <br /> ATTACHMENTS: <br />