FROM: Robert Thompson, General Manager
Originator: Riaz Moinuddin, Director of Operations and Maintenance
SUBJECT:
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FLEET VEHICLE REPLACEMENT PURCHASES
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION: Recommend to the Board of Directors to:
A. Approve the purchase of replacement vehicles and electric utility carts for Orange County Sanitation District’s fleet as initially approved in the adopted Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget in the not to exceed amount of $1,844,000; and
B. Authorize the General Manager and Purchasing Manager to purchase replacement vehicles and carts during the fiscal year in the not to exceed amount listed above, utilizing the method of procurement determined by the Purchasing Manager to be in the best interest of the Orange County Sanitation District.
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BACKGROUND
Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) maintains a fleet of vehicles and utility carts necessary to meet business needs. The fleet is comprised of 7 heavy-duty equipment trucks, 1 bus, 43 medium-duty trucks, 59 light-duty trucks, 20 sedans, 22 SUVs, and 21 vans totaling 173 vehicles, and 163 electric utility carts.
OC San’s Fleet Services Division replaces vehicles as part of a fleet right-sizing and modernization strategy. Replacement decisions are based on each unit’s ability to meet operational needs, as well as its age, mileage, condition, reliability, and maintenance cost. All proposed replacement vehicles and carts were identified as required for business needs during the fiscal year 2026-27 budget preparation process.
The replacement vehicles are proposed annually during budget preparation. The Board subsequently approves vehicle procurements under the capital equipment section of the budget in June of each year. OC San evaluates available cooperative contracts, competitive solicitations, manufacturer ordering programs, and other authorized procurement options to obtain favorable pricing and vehicles that meet op...
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