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Purchase of New Public Works Truck

Original title: Purchase Order 2022-1146, to Nextran Truck Center-Lake City, in the amount of $158,629.00, for the replacement of RD714, one (1) 2022 Mack GR64B Cab & Chassis, 52,000 LB GVWR, 4x6 Tandem Axle Truck Tractor with 18YD OX Body for Fleet Management, Public Works.

November 9, 2021

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The Frame

What this does

The county is spending $158,629.00 in public funds to replace a specific piece of heavy equipment (RD714) used by the Public Works department.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Public Works Department

The department will receive a new vehicle to replace an older unit in their fleet.

Nextran Truck Center-Lake City

The company is the vendor receiving payment for the supply of the vehicle.

What changed

Last recorded activity November 9, 2021.

What's next

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Summary

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a purchase order for a new 2022 Mack truck to replace an existing vehicle in the Public Works fleet.

Key Facts

  • The county is authorizing a payment of $158,629.00 to Nextran Truck Center-Lake City.
  • The purchase is for one 2022 Mack GR64B Cab & Chassis truck.
  • The new vehicle will replace an existing unit identified as RD714.
  • The vehicle specifications include a 52,000 LB GVWR, 4x6 Tandem Axle, and an 18YD OX Body.
  • The equipment is designated for use by the Fleet Management division of the Public Works department.
  • The item is classified as a 'Consent Item' for the Board of County Commissioners.
  • The file number for this transaction is 21-1025.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this purchase?
The purchase is to replace an existing piece of equipment (RD714) for the Public Works department's fleet.
How much will the new truck cost?
The total cost for the vehicle is $158,629.00.

Why It Matters

The county is spending $158,629.00 in public funds to replace a specific piece of heavy equipment (RD714) used by the Public Works department.

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Connected Entities

other2022 Mack GR64B Cab & ChassisThe specific vehicle model being purchased.Map →
other21-1025The file number associated with this agenda item.Map →
organizationNextran Truck Center-Lake CityThe vendor selected to provide the new vehicle.Map →
organizationBoard of County CommissionersThe governing body reviewing the purchase order.Map →

Sources

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