Title
Whelen Automotive Products - Requirements Contract - IFB 18-316 (Ordinance S-44990)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Kemco OR LLC, dba LSH Lights, to purchase Whelen automotive products for the Fire Department. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $240,000.
Report
Summary
The contract will allow the Fire Department to purchase emergency lighting and associated products for the fire apparatus and for use at emergency scenes. The emergency lighting on the apparatus warns other drivers that an emergency vehicle is approaching or is stopped for an emergency. Lighting at an emergency scene is critical in ensuring the safety of firefighters, the public and patients.
Procurement Information
Invitation for Bid (IFB) 18-316 was conducted in accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10. There were four offers received by the Procurement Division on July 20, 2018:
Kemco OR LLC, dba LSH Lights: $48,093.31
W. W. Williams, dba Auto Safety House: $54,224.95
Don Chalmers Ford, dba MHQ of Arizona: $56,934.85
Genuine Parts Company/NAPA: $66,702.00
It is recommended by the Deputy Finance Director that the bid from Kemco OR LLC, dba LSH Lights, be accepted as a responsive and responsible bidder.
Contract Term
The five-year contract term will begin on or about Sept. 5, 2018.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $240,000. Funds are available in the Fire Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Fire Department.