HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 5 P.D. VEH REPLACE 05-07-84A CONSENT CALENDAR
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TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL'
BILL HUSTON, CITY MANAGER
POLICE VEHICLE REPLACEMENT
Recommendation
Authorize exception to Tustin bid procedures and authorize pur-
chase of police replacement vehicles as recommended by Police
Chief.
Background
Tustin City Purchasing procedures permit automatic authorization
of bids received within the County of Orange or from the State of
California. The Police Chief has recommended the purchase of
vehicles on a bid that has been obtained through the County of
Los Angeles. His investigation revealed the County of Los Angeles
followed all recommended and legal bidding procedures and their
bidding process is in order.
I recommend the City Council authorize the purchase of the vehi-
cles under Los Angeles County's bid.
Additional information reflected the County of Orange had a
similar bidding process, however the purchase price of the same
vehicles was approximately $1,000 higher than those offered by
the County of Los Angeles.
Fiscal Impact
Monies are budgeted and in the Vehicle Replacement Account.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
NO. 5
5-7-84
Inter-Corn
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
William Huston, City Manager
C. R. Thayer, Chief of Police
Police Vehicle Replacement
Recommendation:
Council authorize purchase of two Chevrolet Impalas to
replace the older, high mi'leage units in our patrol
fleet, at a cost of $22,484.72 (includes tax).
Background:
Patrol Unit Replacement:
Money was budgeted in our Fiscal Year 83-84 budget for
replacement of seven patrol vehicles at an estimated cost
of $82,000. Review of the patrol fleet's mileage and
service history indicates that there are two 1981 Malibus
that currently have approximately 60,000 miles. These
two units need replacement. The mileage on the remainder
of the 1981 Malibus (one) is sufficiently low to allow
for another year of cost effective service life.
Los Angeles County and the California Highway Patrol
conducted a bid process and pursuant to this bid process,
vehicle evaluations. Based on the results of these
evaluations, the California Highway Patrol has selected
the Ford Crown Victorias as their fleet vehicles for
1984. Los Angeles has selected the Chevrolet Impala.
Review of the specifications and performance testing
indicated that either unit would be suitable for our
use. Cost breakdown for each vehicle is as follows:
Chevrolet Impala
Base price including
Tustin PD options $11,242.36
Ford Crown Victoria
$11,404.04
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I recommend we purchase the Chevrolet Impalas this year.
This recommendation is made for the following reasons:
1. Cost of initial purchase.~
2. Cost of conversion.
The equipment already being utilized in the existing
Malibus can be transferred to the new units, negating
the need and cost of purchasing new equipment (i.e.
push bars, cages, etc.)
3. Ease of maintenance and repair.
The vehicle maintenance staff is knowledgeable in the
maintenance and repair of the Chevrolet. Parts are
on hand for these vehicles. Familiarization with a
new vehicle and acquisition of a new parts supply
will not be necessary.
Los Angeles County has awarded the bid to the dealership
of Maurice J. Sopp and Son, 5801 Pacific Boulevard,
Huntington Park, California. Costs are FOB Huntington
Park. Delivery from Huntington Park to City Yard would
be accomplished by city personnel.
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