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Resolution to Approve the Purchase of Automotive and Truck Replacement Parts with Related Equipment, Accessories, and Services from NAPA Auto Parts (National Joint Powers Alliance; Not To Exceed $45,000.00)
Memorandum
The proposed resolution authorizes the purchase of automotive and truck replacement parts with related equipment, accessories, and services in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00 from NAPA Auto Parts for FY18 using the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) cooperative purchasing program (contract #062916-GPC).
The Fleet and Facilities Unit has found that the NJPA cooperative purchasing program is the most advantageous and cost effective method of purchasing automotive and truck replacement parts for the City’s Fleet. The City has previously purchased replacement parts from NAPA Auto Parts and found they stock a wide variety of parts and offer timely delivery.
NAPA Auto Parts was awarded Contract Number 062916-GPC by the National Joint Powers Alliance cooperative purchasing program for Fleet Services Parts & Equipment. The City of Ann Arbor is a member of the NJPA.
NAPA Auto Parts complies with the requirements of the City’s non-discrimination ordinances.
Adequate funding for the purchase of replacement parts has been budgeted in the approved FY18 Fleet Services Operations and Maintenance Budget.
Staff
Prepared by: Becky Arold, Financial Analyst
Reviewed by: Matthew J. Kulhanek, Fleet & Facilities Unit Manager
Craig Hupy, Public Services Area Administrator
Approved by: Howard S. Lazarus, City Administrator
Body
Whereas, The Fleet & Facilities Unit needs to purchase automotive and truck replacement parts with related equipment, accessories, and services to maintain the City’s fleet of vehicles and equipment;
Whereas, Competitive bids were received by the National Joint Powers Alliance cooperative purchasing program;
Whereas, NAPA Auto Parts was awarded Contract Number 062916-GPC for Fleet Services Part & Equipment;
Whereas, NAPA Auto Parts complies with the requirements of the City’s Non-Discrimination Ordinances; and
Whereas, Adequate funds for the purchase of these replacement parts are available in the approved FY 18 Fleet Services Operations and Maintenance Budget;
RESOLVED, That the City Council approves the issuance of a purchase order to NAPA Auto Parts for the purchase of automotive and truck replacement parts with related equipment, accessories, and services to maintain the City’s fleet in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00; and
RESOLVED, That the City Administrator be authorized to take the necessary actions to implement this resolution.