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Purchase of Thirty-Nine Replacement Police Patrol Chevrolet Tahoes for the Police Department (Citywide)
Thirty-six of the vehicles being replaced have met established replacement criteria and will be retired and sold at auction. Three vehicles were damaged in vehicle accidents and will also be replaced.
As of July 15, when the bid responses were due, Midway had inventory of (31) new 2014 Tahoes available subject to prior sale. It is Staff's intent and recommendation to purchase as many 2014 Tahoes that are available at the time of order. The potential cost savings is $64,772.72, including sales taxes. The award recommendation is based on the purchase of (39) 2015 models at $1,389,746.26. The total amount for the purchase will be less than the Council award if the 2014 vehicles are still available.
Fleet Services, Police and Purchasing recommend authorizing purchase from the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder, Midway Chevrolet Nissan Isuzu, at $1,389,746.26. This purchase is funded by the Vehicle Replacement Fund.