To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Charlie Skaggs, Fire Chief
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution authorizing an increase to the purchase order with Safe Industries, of City, Texas, for maintenance and repair services for Fire Department vehicles and apparatus; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents relating thereto on behalf of the City of Keller, Texas.
Action Requested:
Consider a resolution authorizing a not-to-exceed expenditure amount of $100,000 with Allsource Enterprises, LLC dba Safe Industries, through BuyBoard Contract No. 746-24, for Fire Department vehicle maintenance and repair services.
Background:
The Fire Department utilizes Safe Industries for maintenance and repair services for Fire Department vehicles and apparatus. These services are necessary to maintain operational readiness and ensure emergency response vehicles remain in service.
The current blanket purchase order for these services totals approximately $59,500. Due to ongoing maintenance and repair needs, additional authorization is requested to allow continued vehicle and apparatus repairs without interruption of service.
Safe Industries is available through BuyBoard Contract No. 746-24. The City’s purchasing policy requires City Council approval for purchases exceeding $50,000.
Financial Impact:
Funding for these services is available within the Fire Department operating budget. Approval of this item authorizes expenditures with Allsource Enterprises, LLC dba Safe Industries in an amount not to exceed $100,000.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial
Council Action:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed resolution.