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Resolution to Authorize the Purchase of a 2024 Caterpillar Electric Forklift from Fraza Forklift and to Appropriate Capital Contribution to the Fleet and Facilities Fund Operations and Maintenance Budget (Sourcewell Bid - $79,419.86) (8 Votes Required)
Memorandum
The attached resolution authorizes the purchase of one 2024 Caterpillar model 2EP8000 electric forklift at a cost of $79,419.86 through the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program (contract #091520-MCF) for use by the Public Services Area, Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The forklift is used by the Wastewater Treatment Plant to lift a variety of heavy materials and equipment around the facility.
The proposed unit is a fully electric forklift which is consistent with the City's Green Fleets Policy and A2Zero Climate Action Plan. This unit will replace asset #2927, a 1988 Kalmar KC 30 diesel forklift that is beyond its useful life based on its age and condition.
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, the manufacturer of the Caterpillar brand, was awarded contract number 091520-MCF by the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program for forklift and lift truck equipment. Fraza Forklift, Canton, Michigan, is the local dealer of record of Caterpillar forklifts for Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America. The City's purchasing unit has reviewed the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program and found that it meets the requirements of the City of Ann Arbor for competitive and fair purchasing.
Fraza Forklift complies with the requirements of the City's Conflict of Interest and Non-Discrimination ordinances.
Budget/Fiscal Impact: The City has been awarded a $57,326.00 Fuel Transformation Program grant through the State of Michigan Office of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy towards the purchase of this vehicle. The grant will fund up to 70% of the total project cost for the replacement of eligible diesel vehicles with clean alternative powered vehicles. The grant is a reimbursement grant wit...
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