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HomeMy WebLinkAbout22H - ANIMAL FOOD REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: JULY 7, 2008 TITLE: APPROVED o As Recommended o As Amended o Ordinance on 15t Reading o Ordinance on 2nd Reading o Implementing Resolution o Set Public Hearing For CONTRACT RENEWAL FOR ANIMAL FOOD (SPEC. NO. 07-058) Mt2 CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDED ACTION Renew the contract with Midway City Feed Company for animal food for a one- year period in an annual amount not to exceed $31,200. DISCUSSION The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park houses 232 animals in its collection. Each of the 74 different species has special dietary needs. Animal food required includes alfalfa, bale mix, bird food, monkey food, and additional items for the various animals. The contract for animal food is designed to provide quality products at significant savings based on quantity pricing. On July 16, 2007, the City Council awarded a contract to Midway City Feed Company for a one-year period with provision for three, one-year renewals. The vendor has agreed to renew the contract i however, the vendor has requested an eight percent increase due to rising transportation costs. Staff verified that the increase is consistent with the market and the vendor continues to offer competitive pricing. Staff recommends the first renewal of the contract. FISCAL IMPACT Funds are available In the Santa Ana Zoo Fund (no. 11-247-6392). APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS: Gerardo Executi e Director Parks, Rec. & Comm. Svcs. Agency .mtJ '{ ~\~; \. ~ )~J- \--- .-..) ~Franci~co G~tierrez Executlve Dlrector Finance & Mgmt. Services Agency GMjWOj07-058.R1.8: 22H-1 22H-2