Title
Sportsplex TV Purchase
History
The Sportsplex fitness center has eight TVs in its fitness center. These TVs are nearly 9 years old and are greatly in need of replacement.
After researching on-line and in-store pricing of Orland Park retailers, staff recommends the purchase be made through Best Buy For Business. Best Buy has quoted eight, 42” LG TVs at a cost of $545 each; for a total of $4,358.07.
While Costco, Target and Walmart have less expensive brands (see attached), these brands are viewed as lower quality brands which may run the risk of a shorter life-span given the intense use of these units.
Since the TVs at Sportsplex are on continuously for over 16 hours most days, it would be prudent to purchase an extended, 4 year commercial warranty for each TV at a cost of $129.99 each, totaling $1,039.92 for all eight. This cost will cover all repairs, up to and including replacement of the TV during the warranty period.
In addition to the TVs, eight mounting brackets at a cost of $289.50 each, for a total of $2,315.83 are required.
Shipping and delivery is estimated at $267.63. The total purchase quote (see attached) is $7,981.45.
On November 15, 2010, this item was reviewed and approved by the Parks, Recreation, and Environmental initiatives Committee and referred to the Board for approval.
Financial Impact
This purchase was budgeted and the funds are available in account fund 4007, account 60-45. The account currently has a balance of $13,831 with no other encumbrances or planned expenses. The purchase quote for eight 42" LG TVs; eight mounting brackets; and extended 4 year commercial warranty on each TV; shipping and delivery is $7981.45.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve purchase of eight 42" LG TVs; eight mounting brackets; and extended 4 year commercial warranty on each TV through Best Buy For Business at a total not to exceed $7,981.45.