HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 14 - Safety SuppliesMEMOTO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: MAY 21, 2019
SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO RENEW ANNUAL CONTRACTS FOR SAFETY
SUPPLIES
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider the renewal of annual contracts for safety
supplies with WW Grainger Industrial, Inc. and Safety Supply, Inc. for City
departments.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds for this purchase are available in various departmental funds for an
annual estimated amount of $30,000.
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this contract is to establish fixed annual pricing for various
types of safety products and supplies to be purchased on an as -needed
basis and stocked in the warehouse. These items are used by all
departments. Examples of safety supplies include, but are not limited to,
gloves, safety vests, rubber boots, first aid kits, coveralls, safety flags,
safety goggles, fire extinguishers, ear plugs, dust mask and safety
fencing.
Bids were taken in accordance with the City Purchasing Policy. Formal
bids and advertisements are not required for purchases under $50,000.
The contracts were for an initial one-year period with four, one-year
optional renewals. If approved, this will be for the second renewal
available.
Staff recommends approval.