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RESOLUTION NO. 2015-199 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) COMBINATION SEWER CLEANING TRUCKS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CITY OF ESCONDIDO BID NUMBER 13-07, 2014 AND PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER ESC-0000034389
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
The Fiscal Year 2015-16 Sewer Service Revenue Fund budget provides for the replacement of two 2008 International Vactor combination sewer cleaning trucks. The City of Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 2.56.270 and Council Resolution No. 6132 authorize the Purchasing Agent to participate in cooperative bids with other government agencies for the purchase of materials of common usage. The City has an opportunity to participate in a current City of Escondido bid for two trucks on favorable terms and pricing.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This proposed activity has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and it has been determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378(b)(2) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not Applicable
DISCUSSION
The Fiscal Year 2015-16 Sewer Service Revenue Fund budget anticipates the replacement of two 2008 International Vactor combination sewer cleaning trucks. The Fleet Management System indicates this is the optimum time for these replacements. Due to the unique nature of this equipment, Wastewater Maintenance program staff conducted extensive research into the types of equipment available in the industry, and evaluated each prospective piece of equipment for its functionality and suitability for its intended purpose. Equipment built by three...
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