Title
Purchase of Golf Merchandise for Direct Resale to the Public (Ordinance S-47925)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to purchase various golf merchandise for direct resale to the public at pro shops located at Cave Creek, Encanto, Palo Verde and Aguila golf courses. Items may include, but are not limited to, golf balls, range balls, golf clothing, hats, golf clubs and golf shoes. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The two-year aggregate value will not exceed $1 million, with an estimated annual expenditure of $500,000. There is no impact to the General Fund. Revenue from the resale of merchandise at the pro shops funds the expenditure request.
Report
Summary
The City operates four municipal golf courses, each of which has a pro shop where golfers have the ability to purchase golf merchandise such as golf balls, clothing and shoes. To supply the pro shops, the Parks and Recreation Department purchases merchandise for resale directly from more than 190 various wholesale and specialty manufacturers to obtain discounts and the lowest prices. Vendor pricing is based on a variety of factors and changes seasonally; therefore, a low-bid process is not suitable for the purchase of golf merchandise.
Financial Impact
Payment authority in the amount of $1 million for a two-year period, from Sept. 8, 2021, through Sept. 7, 2023, is requested. There is no impact to the General Fund. Revenue from the resale of merchandise at the pro shops funds the Parks and Recreation Department's purchase of golf merchandise.
Location
Cave Creek Golf Course - 15202 N. 19th Ave.
Encanto Golf Course - 2775 N. 15th Ave.
Palo Verde Golf Course - 6215 N. 15th Ave.
Aguila Golf Course - 8440 S. 35th Ave.
Council Districts: 3, 4, 5 and 7
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Inger Erickson and the Parks and Recreation Department.