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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER (OEM) PARTS, SUPPLIES AND LABOR FOR 2018 FROM ZIEGLER, INC. FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $125,000.
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CITY PROPOSAL:
RESOLVED, that the proper city officials are hereby authorized to contract for the purchase of OEM parts, supplies and labor in 2018 from Ziegler, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $125,000 payable as follows:
$55,000 660-015-5221 (Fleet Services, Public Administration, Equipment Repair Supplies)
$70,000 660-015-5404 (Fleet Services, Public Administration, Equipment/Machinery Repair & Mtc)
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: This resolution authorizes an annual purchase order for 2018 of OEM parts, supplies, and labor to maintain City of Duluth Caterpillar construction equipment such as skid steers, excavators, loaders, motor graders and onsite generators.
Caterpillar OEM parts are used because they are reliable, ensure proper fit and compatibility, and keep us within warranty specifications. The contract will cover both routine maintenance and major repair costs on Caterpillar equipment; and provides a discount on parts as well as on-site repair services to reduce down time on equipment.