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Approval of bid award GNSS RTK Rover Unit
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SUMMARY: The Engineering Department has reviewed the RFPs for the GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) Rover Unit. Based upon the requirements of the RFP, Staff recommends accepting the proposal from Precision Products LLC of Knoxville, TN in the amount of $17,540.00. Their proposal meets the equipment requirements, and local support and training requirements of the RFP. The equipment in their proposal is comparable to the equipment the City currently uses in locating utilities and mapping. It is an updated version of the existing Rover unit. Precision Products LLC has provided local support and training on the existing equipment with a proven track record of support and training.
The low bid from Bench-Mark Equipment and Supplies from Calgary, Alberta, Canada in the amount of $11,274.31 did not meet the local support and training requirements of the RFP.
BUDGET ACCOUNT: 110-41670-940-002
Recommended Action
NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: Accept the proposal and approve the purchase of the GNSS RTK Rover Unit from Precision Products LLC of Knoxville, TN in the amount of $17,540.00.