ADMINISTRATION - Michael Ulrich, Public Works Director
Title
APPROVE 2014 - 2015 DEICING CHEMICAL CONTRACT PURCHASE FOR $286,560.00
Background
Staff is requesting City Council approval of the Deicing Salt contract for the 2014 - 15 winter seasons. The contracted amount of salt for this season is 4,000 tons, at $71.64 per ton delivered. There is also a provision for a fuel surcharge in this contract that could become a factor throughout the season, depending on future fuel prices. Staff will monitor our supply and this condition. The contract is part of the State of Minnesota cooperative purchasing agreement and is in effect from July of 2014 through June of 2015. Approval of the 2015 purchases with Compass Materials American Inc. will be contingent upon the Council's approval of the 2015 budgeted amount of $286,560. Should additional chemicals be required in 2015, staff will request appropriate funding approval at that time.
Additionally, staff will be requesting an amendment to the 2014 budget to purchase 500 tons of salt under this contract to provide snow and ice control for the remainder of 2014. A separate resolution will be prepared for this budget amendment.
Recommendation
By motion, approve the 2014-15 deicing chemical contract with Compass Materials American Inc. for $286,560.00.