TO: Mayor and Commission AGENDA DATE: 10/21/2024
FROM: City Manager AGENDA ITEM: 8-A (b)
SUBJECT:
Title
Request for approval of the purchase of three replacement vehicles with the approved budget funds.
Body
LOCATION:
Citywide
COST:
155,000
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
Capital Equipment Funds
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT:
Fire Department
POTENTIAL MOTION:
Recommendation
“I move to approve the purchase of three replacement vehicles for Fire Administration with the approved budget funds.”
END
BACKGROUND:
Background
The Fire Department has allocated $155,000 in this year’s budget for the purchase of three replacement vehicles for Fire Department administration. This budget will replace the fire inspectors’ vehicles and a Fire Department service vehicle that have exceeded the time frame specified in the City’s policy CW10-03.
Staff has obtained quotes using the Florida Sheriffs Association Light Vehicle Contract FSA 24-Vel-32 (effective from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025) for two 2025 Ford Maverick Pickup 4x2s as well as one 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4WD. However, due to ongoing supply chain challenges, we are unable to guarantee specific vehicle models or prices at the time of purchase.
In the event the specified vehicles are unavailable, we will prioritize similar vehicles that meet our operational needs, considering delivery schedules and pricing fluctuations. The total budget remains $155,000 and will cover vehicle purchases and necessary components such as special hazard lights, graphics, and accessories.
End