Title
Excavation and Trenching Equipment Purchase
Action
Action:
A. Approve a unit price contract to the lowest responsive bidder NTS Mikedon LLC, dba National Trench Safety, for the purchase of Excavation and Trenching Equipment for an initial term of two years, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to three additional, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Lee, Charlotte Water
Shawn Coffman, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ This contract is for the purchase of trench boxes and accessories, as well as the modification and maintenance needed to keep the equipment in compliance with applicable safety regulations.
§ Charlotte Water uses excavation trenching equipment to ensure employee safety and protection from falling dirt, soil, rock, concrete, and other materials, while maintaining infrastructure.
§ On April 30, 2018, the City issued an Invitation to Bid; one bid was received.
§ NTS Mikedon LLC, dba National Trench Safety, was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ Prices will be fixed for the initial term with price adjustments to be considered at time of renewal.
§ Estimated annual expenditures are $100,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
No subcontracting goal was established because there are no subcontracting opportunities (Part C: Section 2.1(a) of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy).
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Operating Budget