The Public Works Department has one (1) 1994 heavy duty equipment trailer that suffered a catastrophic failure to the hydraulic and structural systems and is currently unsafe to operate. The lack of available parts to repair the trailer make it necessary to replace it at this time. 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 of NJPA, 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 #05-2015TKI. The results deemed Coastline Equipment Co. as the lowest responsive bid.

Coastline Equipment Co.          $50,876.59 *                                                                             

* This price includes all applicable tax and destination charges.

There is no impact to the General Fund.  The financial impact is $50,876.59 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 $50,876.59, to Coastline Equipment Company for the purchase of one (1) new heavy duty equipment trailer.

By:  Steve Sudduth, Equipment Mechanic Lead