SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the purchase of one (1) unit of heavy equipment for the Solid Waste Services Department from Waukesha-Pearce Industries, Inc. from Laredo, TX. in the amount not to exceed $187,150.00. The heavy equipment is a new Komatsu D39PX-24 Dozer. The purchase of this equipment shall be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract #011723-KOM. Funding is available under the Solid Waste 2022 Certificate of Obligation Issue and the Solid Waste Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
N/A
BACKGROUND
The purchase of this equipment is part of the renewal and replacement program the department has in place. The equipment will ensure landfill compliance and operational stability on the Solid Waste Department.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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The equipment purchase is essential for the department’s operations. Staff recommends approval.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: 2022 Certificate of Obligation Issue and Solid Waste Fund
Account #: 556
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding available in the 2022 Certificate of Obligation Issue and the Solid Waste Fund. 556-9880-535-9004 Project #SO2301 and 556-2560-533-2035.