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Commission asks staff to verify local dealer’s lower mower quote before waiving bid process
Summary
After debate over procurement rules and a lower local quote, the commission voted to send staff to verify Gallant & Son can supply the exact Toro 6000-series mower at the quoted $15,897.21 price and, if confirmed, to waive the formal bid process and award locally.
The commission debated CR26-107, which would authorize purchasing a Toro 6000-series zero-turn mower. The packet included a Sourcewell procurement price; Commissioner Moore and others reported a lower quote from local dealer Gallant & Son and argued for buying local where possible.
A commissioner presented Gallant & Son's quote: "Gallant & Son can provide the same mower for $15,897.21," and procurement staff responded that the packet price reflected a Sourcewell contract. Commissioners discussed procurement policy, the risk of exposing bid prices, and fairness to local vendors. The city attorney explained the options (follow bid process or vote to waive it).
The commission ultimately approved a motion directing Acting Administrator Matt Tomaszewski to go to Gallant & Son to verify the mower model and price; if the local dealer confirms the exact model and price, the commission authorized waiving the bid process and awarding the purchase to Gallant & Son. The motion carried by roll call.
