Title
Bulk CO2 Tank and Fill Box Bid
History
The bid for the Bulk CO2 Tank and Fill Box was opened on February 24, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. No bids were submitted. The Parks Department called companies to submit bids but there were no replies. Subsequently, staff obtained a quote from MacCarb for the Bulk CO2 Tank and Fill Box at a cost of $12,174.00, and a cost o 0.225 per LB for product. It appears some companies are not experienced in responding to formal bids. We will continue to work with companies to educate them on our bid process.
On March 5, 2012, this item was reviewed and approved by the Recreation & Parks Committee and referred to the Village Board for approval.
Financial Impact
The funds will come from the Machinery and Equipment Pool fund in account 283-4005-443200. $32,000 budgeted in FY2012 for chemical controllers. There will be additional purchased to complete this project.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to waive the bid process;
And
To approve accepting the quote from MacCarb for Bulk CO2 Tank and Fill Box at a cost not to exceed $12,174.00 and a cost of $0.225 per pound throughout the year for product.