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A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order Between Rechtien International Truck, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of One (1) 2016 International Terrastar SFA (4X2) With One (1) Altec AT40G Telescoping/Articulating Aerial Device (Bucket Truck) In An Amount Not To Exceed $128,080.00.
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Staff Recommends: Approval of the Attached Resolution.
Explanation:
The Fleet Management Division of the Public Works Department requires the purchase of one (1) 2016 International Terrastar Model SFA (4x2) 4300 with a Altec Model AT40G Telescoping/Articulating Aerial Device (Bucket Truck) to be utilized in the Department of Public Works Urban Forestry Division to replace a vehicle that has either reached or surpassed its life expectancy by age, mileage and wear, and can no longer perform at the required operational levels.
The existing in service vehicle, a 1999 Altec Model TA40 Aerial Bucket Truck, has reached and surpassed its life expectancy due to age and mechanical wear and can no longer perform at its required operational levels and will be designated as surplus.
This bucket truck unit will be utilized by the City's Public Works crews to perform the removal of brush, tree trimmings and debris in the department's daily operations, emergencies, vehicular accidents and during natural disasters. This purchase was evaluated for the use of alternative fuels, however alternative fuels are not available.
Public Works staff evaluated various available models and after testing determined that the 2016 International Terrastar Model SFA (4x2) 4300 with a Altec Model AT40G Telescoping/Articulating Aerial Device (Bucket Truck) will best perform the operational needs and requirements of the Department of Public Works and the Urban Forestry Division.
The Florida Sheriff's Association competitively bid this vehicle in Bid Number 15-13-0904, Specif...
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