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Page 2 of 3 Vehicular Weight Rating (GVWR) from 33,000 pounds to 35,000 pounds to increase the size of the dump bed for hauling and to increase the towing capacity to tow construction equipment such as a trailer and back-hoe and equipped to accommodate air brake trailers. Staff researched potential manufacturers to select a vendor. The proposed replacement units are two Freightliner M2106 dump trucks fully equipped with up-to-date safety features and Tier 4 final California Air Resource Board-rated engines, which are the industry's most current engine. The proposed purchase includes dealer preparation and delivery inspection, as well as training at the customer’s work site location. Staff found the bid to be fair and reasonable. This purchase of two Freightliner M2106 dump trucks is recommended to be bought through the Sourcewell contract # 060920-NAF. Sourcewell (formerly known as NJPA) was established with the statutory purpose of assisting public agencies in meeting specific needs that are more efficiently delivered cooperatively than by an entity individually. Jurisdiction clients can utilize cooperative purchasing contracts through similar joint powers, intergovernmental cooperation, or cooperative purchasing laws in their respective jurisdictions. Participating agencies include all eligible government, education, and nonprofit agencies nationwide and in Canada. This purchasing method complies with the City’s Purchasing Policy. Staff researched the types and styles of dump trucks; while there are many available options, those available through National Auto Fleet Group were selected given its California location and familiarity with the City’s fleet and operational and vehicle needs. While replacement of these units is scheduled in the Vehicle Replacement Plan and there is currently fund balance available - on which the staff recommendation is based - there may not be sufficient funds to replace all scheduled vehicles in future years. Adding to the financial challenges, costs to purchase and maintain vehicles have increased significantly in recent years due to supply chain constraints and inflation such that increased funding will be needed to meet future repair and replacement needs. EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY This purchase was evaluated within the framework of the City's Climate Action Plan 2.0 (CAP). Notwithstanding the City's commitment to sustainability, there were no viable alternatives to an internal combustion engine vehicle for this specific application. However, as technology continues to advance, staff will continue to explore electric options in the future. OUTREACH No outreach was conducted, as this item is a routine matter of City business. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT This item is a routine matter of City business. FISCAL IMPACT The FY 2023/24 budget includes $580,000 in Fund 510 (51040130-440107) for vehicle replacement. Due to higher than expected replacement costs and the City Council approved purchase of a street sweeper to meet CARB compliance, a $500,000 allocation from the VEhicle Replacement Fund will be requested as part of the upcoming mid-year update to the City Council; there are sufficient funds in the Vehicle Replacement Fund to cover the proposed budget adjustment. Page 144 of 201