Submitted By
LaDon Reynolds, Chief of Police
Reviewed By
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Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution Approving the Renewal of an Independent Contractor Agreement Between the Village Of Oak Park And O'Hare Truck Service, Inc., d/b/a O'Hare Towing Service for Village Towing Services for a One Year Term and Authorizing its Execution
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Overview
Overview
The Village's current agreement with O'Hare Truck Service, Inc., d/b/a O'Hare Towing Service expires May 24, 2020. In accordance with section 4 of the current agreement, the Village can renew the agreement for an additional one year period.
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Approve the Resolution.
Fiscal Impact
By designating them our vendor, they are the tow firm the Village calls when a vehicle needs to be impounded. In some cases the vehicle owner will reimburse the Village for towing fees. The Village can incur incidental costs as defined in the contract for various services. Funds are appropriated in 1001.42400.101.550697.
Background
On January 26, 2018, the Village of Oak Park Police Department submitted a request for proposals from qualified firms that wished to manage and administer a program for towing services. The three agencies were; (1) Area Towing, Inc., 1401 N. 1st Avenue, Melrose Park, IL, (2) Belmont-Kolmar Towing, Inc., 1784 E. Oakton St, Suite 112, Des Plaines, IL and (3) O'Hare Towing Inc., 2700 Division St, Melrose Park, IL. After an initial screening, it was determined that Belmont-Kolmar Towing Inc. would be rejected based on lack of experience in municipal towing and competency.
The remaining two proposals were reviewed and the companies subjected to an extensive background investigation. Upon the conclusion of the review and subsequent investigation, it was concluded that O'Hare Truck Service , Inc, d/b/a/ O'Hare Towing Service was the most capable firm.
Alternatives
The Board can delay action to gain additional information.
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