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A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Three 2025 Ford Hybrid Maverick Pick-Ups from Currie Motors of Frankfort, Illinois, in an Amount not to exceed $94,635.00 and Waiving the Village's Bid Process for the Purchase
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Introduction
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The Fiscal Year 2025 Fleet Replacement Fund includes the replacement of two (2) 2017 Ford Fusions and one (1) 2015 Ford F250, which are to be replaced with three (3) 2025 Ford Hybrid Maverick pick-ups. 2025 Ford Hybrid Mavericks Fleet orders needed to be placed in late 2024/early 2025 in order to increase the chance of production and delivery. Currie Motors is the current squad car purchasing contract holder and placed the orders on Oak Park's behalf.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Village Board approved funding for this vehicle/equipment replacement as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Budget on November 11, 2024 (MOT 24-264).
Background
Vehicle manufacturers in 2025 are becoming better at fulfilling orders and producing fleet vehicles. Supply chain constraints and labor shortages are decreasing, helping to increase the probability of delivery of new equipment. There are occasional disruptions that can result in limited availability, increased cost, and procurement confirmations outside of typical ordering timelines. In the past, the Fleet Division would typically receive notice of fleet vehicle ordering windows in the first few months of the calendar year for the existing vehicle model year, with delivery expected in the summer to early fall.
With fleet vehicle production constraints, staff are constantly searching for vehicle replacements that meet or are close to Village specifications from all avenues. Staff identify and prioritize vehicles for replacement based on age, condition, availability of replacement, and usage of the existing vehicles.
The new vehicle will include a 2.5-liter iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid engi...
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