SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Approve the purchase of various electrical equipment and repair parts from Graybar Electric Co. Inc, not to exceed $250,000 annually, in accordance with Sec. 2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances - Other governmental contracts and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
Most of the Building and Maintenance electrical purchases for equipment replacement and repair parts have been made by contacting various suppliers to obtain quotes. Staff is requesting the ability to purchase various supplies from Graybar Electric Co. Inc., a US Communities (Contract No. EV-2370) vendor for the duration of the US Communities contract that expires January 23, 2023. This will allow us to benefit from pre-negotiated discounted prices for various items required.
The authorizations for sole source and/or piggyback contracts have been brought to Council each time the source-specific expenditures are expected to exceed $100,000 within a single year, as required by city code. This authorization will allow flexibility for expenditure of budgeted funds as needed throughout the year.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
5656531-530300
GSBM180006-R&M -MATLS Light Replacement & Repair
These funds are available as budgeted in the FY18/19 operating expense of Building & Maintenance as well as funding available in the capital project.