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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: JANUARY 7, 2008 TITLE: CONTRACT AWARD FOR WATERING TRUCK (SPEC. NO. 07-110) CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: APPROVED ^ As Recommended TREE ^ As Amended ^ Ordinance on 15` Reading ^ Ordinance on 2"d Reading ^ Implementing Resolution ^ Set Public Hearing For_ ~~~( r~ r ~ CITY MAN"A"~~-G ER RECOMMENDED ACTION CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER Award a contract to West Covina Motors, Inc., under the Cooperative Purchase Provision of the City of Los Angeles, for the purchase of one tree watering truck in the amount not to exceed $86,288.76. DISCUSSION The Finance and Management Services Agency Fleet Maintenance Division's annual Equipment Replacement Program is included in the City's annual budget and identifies vehicles scheduled for replacement. Funding is monitored through a depreciation schedule established with each department. Additionally, the Fleet Division reviews the acquisition in accordance with the City's Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Acquisition Policy. Currently, hybrid vehicles are not available in the heavy-duty truck line. The Public Works Agency's Tree Maintenance Division is responsible for maintaining approximately 55,500 trees along the city streets. Due to age, worn condition and engine hours, a 1992 Ford heavy-duty water truck has been approved for replacement in the current fiscal year. For the replacement, Public Works has requested a right curbside watering feature for safety in maintaining the flow of traffic. Santa Ana City Ordinance No. NS-2312 authorizes the City to purchase against contracts from any public agency utilizing a competitive bid process. The City of Los Angeles contract with West Covina Motors, Inc. for a Chevrolet heavy duty 1,600 gallon tank water truck was awarded as a result of open, competitive bidding, and meets the City's requirements. 22F-1