HomeMy WebLinkAbout09. 21-301JUNE 8, 2021 21-301 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE: AWARD BID TO USSI HOLDINGS D/B/A UTILITY SALES SERVICE
FOR FULL SIZE STEP VAN FOR THE PARKS DEPARTMENT
($74,219.00)
INITIATED BY: PURCHASING
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh has heretofore advertised for bids for a new full size
step van for the Parks Department; and
WHEREAS, upon the opening and tabulation of bids, the following is the only bid:
USSI HOLDINGS
D/B/A UTILITY SALES SERVICE
412 Randolph Drive
Appleton, WI 54913-9297
Total Bid: $74,219.00
WHEREAS, this bid meets the minimum specifications and staff has reviewed the bid
and recommends its acceptance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the said bid is hereby accepted and the proper City officials are hereby
authorized and directed to enter into an appropriate agreement for the purpose of same, all
according to plans, specifications, and bid on file. Money for this purpose is hereby
appropriated from:
Acct. No. 03230610 7210 66112 Motor Vehicles - Step Van
City Hall, 215 Church Avenue P.O. Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Jon G. Urben, General Services Manager
DATE: May 28, 2021
RE: Award Bid to USSI Holdings d/b/a Utility Sales Service for Full Size Step Van for the Parks
Department ($74,219.00)
BACKGROUND
The 2021 CIP allocated $60,000 for a new full size step van for the Parks Department. The new unit will
replace a 2010 Union City Workhorse vehicle. This new step van will provide a mobile storage and
construction center for Park’s trade technicians to perform maintenance and project work. This unit is
equipped with all tools, hardware and platform allowing for improved efficiency for staff in the field.
ANALYSIS
Working with the Public Works Mechanics Manager, Purchasing prepared bid specifications for this unit.
The bid was posted on DemandStar. Bids were due May 4, 2021. One bid was received. The bid tab is
attached. Based on the bid review, it was the consensus of staff that the sole bid with trade met the
minimum bid requirements and is competitive.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total fiscal impact for this unit is $74,219.00. The Mechanics Division will also up-fit the unit with
necessary items for approximately $850.00. The 2021 CIP allocated $60,000.00 for a Step Van and there
is also $5112.83 remaining from the 2019 Step Van purchase in A/N# 03230610 7210 66112 (Motor Vehicles
- Step Van). The remaining $9,964.00 has been transferred from 0323-0610-7204-66011 which was
remaining from a 2019 Parks - Fork Lift.
RECOMMENDATION
Purchasing recommends the Common Council award this bid to USSI Holdings d/b/a Utility Sales
Service for $74,219.00.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved:
Jon G. Urben, General Services Manager Mark A. Rohloff, City Manager
BID INFORMATION VENDOR INFORMATION
USSI Holdings
dba Utility Sales Service
412 Randolph Drive
Appleton WI 54913-9297
Morgan Olson 16' Alum Walk-In
Step Van
BID 2021 Freightliner MT-55 4x2
$74,219.00
TRADE IN
2010 Ford E450 Utility NO BID
BID WITH TRADE $74,219.00
DELIVERY 270 - 300 Days ARO
TERMS Net 30 Days
BID TAB
FULL SIZE STEP VAN
FOR PARKS DEPARTMENT
BIDS OPENED MAY 4, 2021
CITY OF OSHKOSH