TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Greg Ruddy, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:
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Approval of Repair for a Street Sweeper ST111 by Standard Equipment Co. Inc., in the Amount of $34,388.62
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BACKGROUND:
On July 3, 2025, Roadways Unit ST111, a 2015 Elgin street sweeper, was hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver of the street sweeper was not at fault. The collision damaged the steering assembly to the extent that the unit was taken to the manufacturer's repair facility (Standard Equipment Co. Inc.) for analysis. The opinion of the manufacturer is that the unit is worth repairing as the cost of the repair is less than the value of the existing unit and it can continue to operate effectively upon completion of the repairs.
Although City Staff is working with the at-fault drivers insurance company for funding to complete the repairs, approval is being sought to proceed with repairs to place the unit back into service to avoid potential repair delays associated with the processing of claims.
The Public Service Committee will review this matter.
CONCLUSION:
Standard Equipment Co. Inc. is the authorized seller and repair facility for Elgin street sweepers in the area.
Section 2-438 of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinance states that purchases whose estimated cost is in excess of $25,000.00 may be awarded without written specifications or bidding under certain circumstances. Two (2) of these circumstances apply:
(a) Purchases which may only be practicably made from a single source;
(f) Purchases when authorized by a concurring vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the Mayor and City Council.
Although it is anticipated that the at-fault driver's insurance will pay the cost of the repairs, it is not unusual to begin repairs prior to final settlement in these circumstances. Sufficient funds exist utilizing PW Fleet Services / Repairs & Maintenance (Org 09016000, Object 524300, $34,388.62).
RECOMMENDATION:
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Based on the above, it is reco...
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