Board of Estimate & Contract
(Special Meeting)
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC
WORKS CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Whereas, by letter dated June 6, 2024, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works has requested legislation authorizing them to advertise bids for Various Public Works Construction Equipment Rentals per the attached specifications; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of equipping the Department of Public Works (DPW) with the necessary construction equipment to address emergency sewer issues promptly and efficiently; and
Whereas, having the appropriate contractors and equipment readily available in emergencies is crucial for the safety of the City's residents and infrastructure, reducing costs and mitigating risks associated with emergencies; and
Whereas, the existing contract for equipment rentals has recently expired, necessitating the release of a new bid under the City's procurement policy to ensure cost-effective and timely solutions; and
Whereas, the new bid will replace the standard bid summary sheet with an Itemized Unit Cost Schedule (Exhibit A) and waive the requirement for a 5% bid deposit due to the unspecified scope of work; and
Whereas, funding for the bid will be allocated from the following Budget Codes:
2024 Operating Budget Codes
A8120.405 (Outside Services),
A8120.429 (Emergency Repairs)
ARPA Budget Codes
H8120.203 C-933 (Sanitary),
H8140.203 C-932 (Storm)
$5M Emergency (EFC)
H8120.203 C-934 (Sewer),
H8140.203 C-935 (Storm)
, and Budget Codes Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Purpose. The Department of Public Works is authorized to advertise bids for Various Public Works Construction Equipment Rentals per the attached specifications.
Section 2. Authorization. The Department of Public Works...
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