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County Administrator's Report 15. 4.

BCC Regular Meeting

Budget & Finance Consent

Meeting Date:	07/24/2014
Issue: Purchase of Two Vehicles for the Fire Services Division
From:	Mike Weaver
Department:	Public Safety
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation Concerning the Purchase of Two Vehicles for the Public Safety Department, Fire Services Division - Michael D. Weaver, Public Safety Department Director

That the Board authorize the County to piggyback off of the State of Florida Term Contract #071-000-13-1, in accordance with the Escambia County, Florida, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-44, Application; exemptions; and Section 46-64, Board approval, and award a Purchase Order for two 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab 4WD 1WT vehicles, for the Fire Services Division, in accordance with the specifications, in the amount of $60,466, to Garber Chevrolet Buick GMC Truck, Vendor #070423, VE 13-14.022.

[Funding: Fund 352, LOST III, Cost Center 330228, Project Code 08FS0018, Account Code 56401]

BACKGROUND:

These vehicles are being purchased to replace vehicles located on Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key. They will be used to tow the jet skis that are used in water rescues as well as medical emergencies. The older vehicles have experienced severe corrosion and wear and tear due to constant exposure to salt water and sand.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

Funding is available in Fund 352 LOST III, Cost Center 330228, Project Code 08FS0018, Account Code 56401

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:

PERSONNEL:

POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:

In accordance with Escambia County, Florida, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article II, Section 46-44, Applications; Exemptions; and section 46-64, Board approval.

IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:

The Office of Purchasing will issue the Purchase Order.

Attachments
Garber Chevrolet Quote
Vehicle Specifications
VE13-14.022