REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
Subject:
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Approve and authorize execution of Professional Services Contract for Fleet Sustainability Transition Plan with Mercury Associates, Inc.; and approve appropriation funds
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Statement of Issue:
On October 5, 2021 the City Council directed staff to develop a plan to upgrade the entire city fleet to alternative fuel vehicles. Mercury Associates (Mercury) prepared and implemented a successful fleet consolidation plan for the city a decade ago. With their knowledge of our vehicle inventory, operations and our fleet management software, they are poised to develop a detailed plan for the continued integration of alternative fuel vehicles and electric vehicles into the city's fleet.
Financial Impact:
In compliance with the city's purchasing policy and municipal code, Mercury Associates is the recommended firm to develop the Fleet Sustainability Transition Plan. The contract cost for this effort is $68,079 plus any additional studies or surveys that may arise, which will not exceed a total of $100,000. Staff is requesting an appropriation from the General Fund for this expenditure.
Recommended Action:
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A) Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute, "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Mercury Associate, Inc. for Development of Fleet Sustainability Transition Plan," in an amount not to exceed $100,000; and,
B) Appropriate funding in the amount of $100,000 from the General Fund undesignated fund balance to account 10085701.69365.
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not authorize the proposed contract and forgo the City's Fleet Sustainability Transition Plan.
Analysis:
Mercury Associates specializes in fleet management both locally and nationally. They have over thirty years of experience pro...
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