This recommendation is in compliance with the Code of Ordinances of Escambia County, FL 1999, Chapter 46, Finance, Article II Purchases and Contracts.
This Cab and Chassis unit will replace a current model Crew Cab truck in the fleet. Coupled with a Grapple Body to be purchased separately, this unit will enhance the Right-of-Way Maintenance/Tree Trimming program of the Road Division and will also complement the response in weather-related clearing/debris removal operations. Upon purchase, the present Crew Cab truck will be classified as surplus and placed in the auction process.
The Invitation to Bid, PD 15-16.095, Road Department Truck Cab & Chassis – Single Axle, were publicly noticed on Monday, August 29, 2016 in the Pensacola News Journal. Three known suppliers were also notified via confirmed email delivery. Responses were received from four firms on Wednesday, September 28, 2016. Hub City Ford, Inc. is the lowest bid.
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