To: Board of Supervisors
From: Warren Lai, Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Report Title: Purchase Order Approval for an Asphalt Hot Box Trailer with Crafco, Inc.
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute, on behalf of the Public Works Director, a purchase order with Crafco, Inc. in the amount of $57,516.76 for an Asphalt Hot Box Trailer. (100% Local Road Fund)
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% Local Road Fund
BACKGROUND:
Public Works uses asphalt hot box trailers for road repairs to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the repair process throughout Contra Costa County.
Public Works Road Maintenance's equipment is scheduled for replacement. Crafco, Inc. was selected as the vendor for a hot box trailer, as they are the only supplier offering a 4-ton unit with the industry’s best warranty.
Crafco, Inc. provided a quote for purchase of a 4-ton Asphalt Hot Box Trailer, which included Terms and Conditions of Purchases. County Counsel has reviewed the Terms and Conditions of Purchases and approved as to form. Staff recommends the Board approve the purchase order.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this purchase is not approved, Public Works will be unable to perform road repairs in an effective and efficient manner.