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Purchase of Altec bucket truck and appropriation of funds- Authorize the City Manager to award the purchase of an Altec bucket truck from Altec Industries in the amount of $249,353.13 and appropriate funds from the Vehicle Replacement Fund.
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Agenda Date: 04/06/2026
Prepared by:
Danny Galindo, Public Works Manager, danny.galindo@visalia.gov , 713-4186
Nick Bartsch, Public Works Director, nick.bartsch@visalia.gov ,713-4052
Department Recommendation: Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to award the purchase of an Altec bucket truck from Altec Industries, Inc. in the amount of $249,353.13 and appropriate funds from the Vehicle Replacement Fund (502).
Summary:
Staff obtained a quote for the purchase of a 2025 Dodge Ram 5500 Articulating Telescopic Aerial Device (Non-Insulated AT48S) under Sourcewell contract #110421-ALT from Altec Industries to replace a 2009 Ford F550 Bucket Truck in the amount of $249,353.13.
Background Discussion:
The current 2009 Ford F-550 bucket truck with 104,495 miles, has encountered significant mechanical issues, and after an assessment, Staff received an initial repair quote of $24,000. However, after previously making identical repairs on a similar vehicle, it was determined that specific method of repair was not reliable. Therefore, a more substantial repair, including an engine replacement valued in excess of $50,000, would be required. Given its age, continued investment in the current vehicle is not recommended. The truck's overall lifetime costs have already reached $133,736.55, which highlights the ongoing expense of keeping it operational.
This truck is an essential part of the Traffic Maintenance Division's operations, used for the installation and maintenance of traffic signals and streetlights. Given its critical role and the high cost of repairs, Staff recommends the replacement of the vehicle to ensure continued efficiency in operations and to avoid further ...
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