HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 17 - Salt and Sand SpreadersMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER �X
MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 2012
SUBJECT: APPROVAL FOR THE AWARD OF A QUOTE FOR SALT AND
SAND SPREADERS
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council to consider approval for the award of a quote for two salt and sand
spreaders from Coastal Metal Fab, Inc.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Funds are available in account 100 -48860 -415 -3 (Machinery and Equipment) in the
amount not to exceed $25,831.30.
BACKGROUND:
The Public Works Street Division responds to inclement weather events as necessary by
sanding bridges, roadways and major intersections. These two salt and sand spreaders
will replace an old spreader and will provide an additional unit.
These two spreaders, Downeaster DP9013, have a larger capacity than our existing
sanders and are self contained units that can be utilized with multiple dump trucks as
needed.
Our existing sanders have some operational disadvantages. The old units are attached
to the dump trucks and the truck beds must be elevated to feed the sand to the
spreaders. This is not the preferred method for operating a dump truck on public streets
due to potential conflicts with overhead utility lines and intersection signals as well as the
fact that raising the center of gravity of the vehicle reduces its stability.
The new units will have a conveyor system that feeds the sand to the spreaders without
raising the bed which increases efficiency and reduces risk. In addition, the larger units
allow crews to cover larger areas of the City with fewer return trips to stockpiles for re-
loading.
Informal quotes were taken in accordance with the City's Purchasing Policy. Quotes
were received from three vendors.
Quotes Received:
Coastal Metal Fab, Inc. $25,831.30
Four Seasons Equipment, Inc. $25,940.00
Texas Municipal Equipment $29,334.00
Of the 3 quotes received, Coastal Metal Fab, Inc. was the lowest bidder meeting
specifications, therefore, is the recommended vendor for the award.
Staff recommends approval.
KH /BS