Committee recommends procurement checks before approving Utility's vehicle purchase

Jan 14, 2025

Utilities Manager Jon Claas presented a quote for a 2024 Ford Transit 350 to replace a 2012 pickup. The committee voted 5–0 to have Claas verify whether the dealer holds a State Bid; if so, he may proceed to the Village Board, otherwise he should obtain a comparable or lower quote before proceeding.

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Utilities Manager Jon Claas presented information about purchasing a 2024 Ford Transit 350 for the Utility Department to replace a 2012 Dodge Ram. Committee members noted there was only one quote on the table and discussed whether the purchase could proceed under an existing State Bid or whether the department should obtain another vendor quote.

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