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Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the award of Bid No. 19-09 to Four Seasons Equipment, LLC for purchase of a replacement crane for use at the Transfer Station.
SUMMARY
DATE: January 22, 2019
TO: Ronald L. Olson, City Manager
FROM: David A. Olson, Executive Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Award Bid No. 19-09 for the purchase of a replacement crane for use at the Transfer Station from Four Seasons Equipment, LLC.
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The Transfer Station uses two stationary grapple cranes; one is an Apprentice180-EHC, purchased in 2007 and the other is the Builtrite Model 2100, purchased in 2015. In 2012, the Apprentice crane and parts were discontinued. Many repairs have been made to the Apprentice crane by utilizing parts from an older model that was previously replaced. However, there are no longer any salvageable parts available and the crane is a vital piece of equipment for Transfer Station operations. Due to the age of the crane and lack of repair parts, a replacement crane is needed as soon as possible.
Use of the crane in the Transfer Station is necessary to fill each trailer that leaves the Transfer Station to the maximum weight. The crane is used to compact the municipal solid waste and distribute it evenly throughout the trailer. Without the use of the crane, the delays, backups, and/or transportation costs could increase significantly.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
1. Do nothing, which would cause excessive amounts of waste on the transfer station floor. This will also limit the ability to load trucks for transportation to the landfill efficiently, resulting in higher transportation costs.
2. Authorize purchase of Builtrite Model 2100 crane from Four Seasons Equipment, LLC.
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
Alternative two is recommended in order to meet the dep...
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