Title
One-Time Purchase of Ground Support Equipment for Remote Hardstand at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Ordinance S-52378) - District 8
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, for a one-time purchase of TLD brand ground support equipment (GSE) from Aero Specialties, Inc. for the new remote hardstand located at Terminal 3 at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The total purchase value will be up to $700,000.
Report
Summary
The Aviation Department requests approval for a one-time purchase of GSE, which consists of two air conditioning units, one ground power unit, and two water carts. These GSE are necessary to support the remote hardstand to aircraft during passenger boarding, deboarding, and moving passengers safely and quickly between the aircraft and terminal buildings. The purchased GSE will accommodate various aircraft sizes that currently serve PHX.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, standard competition was waived as a result of an approved Determination Memo based on the following reason: Special Circumstances without Competition, due to the time constraints associated with long lead times for new equipment and the upcoming completion of the remote hardstand.
Contract Term
The item will be for the one-time purchase of GSE, upon City Council's approval, on November 5, 2025.
Financial Impact
The total purchase value of this one-time purchase will be up to $700,000, including taxes, shipping, and all associated fees. Funding is available in the Aviation Department's Capital Improvement Program budget.
Location
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport: 2485 E. Buckeye Road
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Amber Williamson and the Aviation Department.