HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-10-01 • ORDINANCE NO. 2012-JL-J__
AN ORDINANCE TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND
AUTHORIZE THE BATESVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT TO
CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A TRENCH COMPACTOR
WHEREAS, the City of Batesville Water Department's is in need of a
trench compactor for its multiple ongoing repair and rehabilitation projects
throughout the City;
WHEREAS, the competitive bidding process is not feasible because this
piece of equipment is needed as soon as practicable, and work has already been
delayed because the City does not own such a piece of equipment;
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the public health, safety and welfare to
procure a trench compactor as soon as possible; and
WHEREAS, the City of Batesville Water Department, through City
Engineer Damon Johnson, has recommended the matter be referred to the full
Council for approval.
• NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
BATESVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1. That it is necessary for the City of Batesville Water Department
to immediately contract for the purchase of a trench compactor.
Section 2. That Darragh Company has quoted a price of $35,198.91 for
purchase and delivery of a Wacker 0620293 RT82-SC2 trench compactor.
Section 3. That, since competitive bidding is not feasible or practical
because of the immediate need for this equipment for repairs, as well as the specific
and unique nature of the equipment, the City Council in accordance with the terms
of Ark. Code Ann. § 14-58-303(b)(2)(B) hereby waives the bidding requirements
and directs the City of Batesville Water Department to enter into the above-
described contract for on or about the price set forth in Section 2 above.
Section 4. EMERGENCY CLAUSE: It is further found that due to the
immediate need to acquire the above described equipment, an emergency is
declared to exist and this ordinance being necessary for the preservation of the
public peace, health and safety shall take effect from and after its passage and
• approval.
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PASSED AND APPROVED this 91' day of October, 2012.
Honorable ft Elumbau or
ATTEST:
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Denise M. Johnston, Cito Clerk
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