The Public Works Department has one (1) aerial truck that currently meets the City’s guidelines for replacement that was approved through the Fiscal Year 2018/19 budget process. Experience has shown that the City’s buying power is enhanced through joining with other public agencies to purchase fleet vehicles and equipment.

The NJPA nationally solicits, evaluates and awards contracts through a competitive bid process.  As a member, the City is able to utilize bid awards for equipment purchases. Staff recommends piggybacking on the results of a recent NJPA competitive bid program, Contract #012418-ALT. The results deemed Altec Industries as the lowest responsive bid.

           Altec Industries                                    $124,721.18* 

* This price includes all applicable tax and destination charges.

There is no impact to the General Fund.  The financial impact is $124,721.18 to the Fleet Management Fund.  The surplus equipment will be sold at public auction.

It is recommended that the City Council:

• Authorize the Finance Director to issue a purchase order in the amount of $124,721.18 to Altec Industries for the purchase of one (1) new aerial truck. 

By:  Steve Sudduth

       Equipment Maintenance Supervisor