FROM: James D. Herberg, General Manager
Originator: Rob Thompson, Assistant General Manager
SUBJECT:
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FLEET PURCHASE OF ONE MEDIUM-DUTY SERVICE BODY TRUCK
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION:
A. Approve a Purchase Order to National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of one New/Unused 2020 Ford Super Duty F-550 Truck with Maintainer Service Body and Short Tower Crane using Sourcewell (formerly National Joint Powers Alliance) Cooperative Contract No. 120716-NAF, for a total amount of $158,142 plus freight; and
B. Approve a contingency of $7,907 (5%).
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BACKGROUND
The Orange County Sanitation District (Sanitation District) maintains a fleet of vehicles necessary to meet its business needs. The fleet is comprised of 24 heavy-duty equipment trucks, 95 light-duty trucks, 31 sedans, 12 SUVs, and 10 vans, for a total of 172 vehicles.
As part of an overall fleet rightsizing and modernization strategy, the Fleet Services Division of the Sanitation District is systematically replacing the oldest vehicles of the fleet. Vehicle replacement is based on vehicle age, maintenance cost, condition, and mileage.
Replacement of older vehicles improves staff safety by ensuring vehicles are equipped with airbags, backup cameras, anti-lock brakes, and traction control.
This specific purchase supports the Fleet Services maintenance activity needs of pump station equipment, vehicles, and electric carts.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
* Participate in local, state, and national cooperative purchasing programs
* Maintain a proactive asset management program
* Ensure the public's money is wisely spent
PROBLEM
The Sanitation District identified an aging service truck for replacement in FY 2018-19. This vehicle has been in service for 17 years. The truck chassis and utility body are badly corroded which prevents a cost-effective refurbishment option.
PROPOSED SOLUTION
Staff recommends the replacement of one medium-duty ...
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