RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute on behalf of the Public Works Director, a purchase order with Global Rental in an amount not to exceed $260,000 for the purchase of a Digger Derrick multi-use crane/boom truck for road maintenance work, Countywide.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Fiscal Year 2023/24 Road Fund 110800 adopted budget (100% Local Road Funds)
BACKGROUND:
The Public Works Road Maintenance Division is replacing a Digger Derrick FL-80 truck, which is being deadlined due to age and cost of service. The equipment is necessary for regulatory compliance of guard rail installations. The purchase of the equipment was included in the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Roads capital budget.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, the Road Maintenance Division will not be able to purchase equipment needed to provide services throughout the County.
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