Description
Title: Approves a Purchase Order with Hardline Equipment, LLC for $749,175.48 for a one-time purchase of replacement of two refuse trucks, citywide (PO-00180233).
Summary
The document outlines a legislative request from the City of Denver for the approval of a purchase order totaling $749,175.48 for two rear loader refuse trucks from Hardline Equipment, LLC. This request is initiated by the General Services Purchasing Division, specifically to address the aging fleet of the Parks and Recreation Department, which needs replacements for two outdated refuse trucks from 2004 and 2007. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) identified these replacements during the budget process. The trucks are necessary for operational efficiency, and currently, electric vehicle options are not viable due to specific operational requirements. This legislation is significant as it demonstrates the city's commitment to maintaining effective waste management services while managing fleet costs.