Title
Authorizing the City Manager to approve the purchase of nine (9) Ford Police Interceptor Utility patrol vehicles from Silsbee Ford in the amount of $324,167.25 and vehicle equipment in the amount of $123,418.51 using budgeted fiscal year 2021 funds and utilizing Goodbuy and Buyboard purchasing cooperative contracts.
Summary
The Police Department had intended to purchase Chevrolet Police Package Tahoe’s, however, the ongoing Coronavirus Pandemic has created problems with automotive supply chains worldwide, of which Chevrolet and Ford have not been immune. General Motors and Ford are unable to provide a timeline for when police vehicle orders will be filled. By utilizing the Goodbuy purchasing cooperative, the police department was able to make contact with Silsbee Ford who was able to secure 9 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles that were previously delivered and were not already claimed by another government entity. In addition, staff were able to secure pricing for needed vehicle equipment through Buyboard purchasing cooperative.
The Police Department intends to move forward with Ford Police Interceptors in the future and staff recommends the purchase of 9 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles from Silsbee Ford in the amount of $324,167.25 and vehicle equipment in the amount of $123,418.51 using budgeted fiscal year 2021 funds and utilizing the Goodbuy and Buyboard purchasing cooperatives.
Prior City Council Action
N/A
Deadline for City Council Action
Action is requested on May 25, 2021.
Funding Expected: Revenue __ Expenditure _X_ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes _X_ No __ N/A __
Amount: _$447,585.76 with funding source through Capital Outlay and General Fund
1295 Form Required? Yes _X_ No __
Legal Review Required: N/A _X_ Required __ Date Completed:_________
Supporting documents attached:
City purchasing rider
Vehicle proposal
Vehicle equipment proposal
Recommended Action
Authorize the City Manager to approve the purchase of Ford Police Interceptor vehicles from Silsbee Ford in the amount of $324,167.25 and vehicle equipment in the amount of $123,418.51utilizing Goodbuy and Buyboard purchasing cooperative contracts.