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<br /> <br /> <br />CITY OF HUGO <br /> <br />CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT <br /> <br /> <br />TO: Bryan Bear, City Administrator <br /> <br />FROM: Mike Loeffler, Public Works Supervisor <br /> <br />SUBJECT: Purchase of Two Public Works Trucks <br /> <br />DATE: For the City Council Meeting of April 1, 2024 <br /> <br /> <br />BACKGROUND <br /> <br />In 2022 Staff included in the 2023 budget the purchase of two Chevrolet 2500HD pickup <br />trucks for use at Public Works. Both trucks were ordered twice in 2023, and each time <br />the orders were not filled by the manufacture. This is due in part to Union strikes, parts <br />availability, but mainly vehicles purchased through the Mn/DOT contract have been at a <br />lower priority to the manufacture. Therefore, General Motors is filling retail purchase <br />orders before government contract orders. <br /> <br />PROPOSED PURCHASE PROCESS <br /> <br />In February of 2024 build slots have opened up with the manufacture for government <br />contracts. Staff is seeking Council approval to purchase two pickups in 2024. If <br />approved by the City Council, both trucks would be purchased using the Mn/DOT <br />Cooperative Purchasing Venture contract assuring that the City of Hugo receive the <br />best price available while providing us with the necessary options. <br /> <br />This process has been discussed with Finance Director, Anna Wobse and Public Works <br />Director Scott Anderson. <br /> <br />DESIRED ACTION <br /> <br />Staff recommends the City Council authorize the purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet <br />2500HD trucks as outlined in the quote from Saxon Fleet Service for the amount of <br />$46,268.00 each. Please see the attached vehicle specs, and order form. <br />