Title
Approving the purchase of a Western star 47X quad axle dump truck from Lonestar Truck Group in the amount of $203,112.43 and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same.
Summary
The Public Works Streets Department has identified the need to acquire a Western Star 47X quad axle dump truck. As the City's roadway paving operations have expanded, the current dump trucks in the fleet are not designed to be pushed by a paver, which is crucial for conducting paving efficiently and effectively. The existing trucks have smaller beds and chassis that are incompatible with paving operations, requiring crews to load the paver manually with a loader-a highly labor-intensive process that increases the risk of asphalt cooling before application, potentially compromising the integrity of the pavement. A quad axle dump truck with a larger dump bed will significantly improve efficiency by reducing the number of trips required to transport materials and ensuring a steady, uninterrupted asphalt supply to the paver machine, ultimately enhancing the quality and longevity of Pflugerville’s roadway infrastructure. The funding for procuring this equipment is budgeted in the FY25 budget. This item is supported by the Infrastructure pillar of the Strategic Plan.
Prior City Council Action
Funding approved in FY25
Deadline for City Council Action
02/25/2025
Funding Expected: Revenue __ Expenditure X__ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes X__ No __ N/A __
Amount: $203,112.43
1295 Form Required? Yes __ No _X_
Legal Review Required: N/A _X_ Required __ Date Completed: ___________
Supporting documents attached:
Purchase Rider
Recommended Action
Approve the purchase of a Western Star 47X quad axle dump truck from Lonestar Truck Group in the amount of $203,112.43 and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same.