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Read. Follow. Verify.Contract for Refuse Truck Maintenance and Parts
Record date · May 28, 2026
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What This Bill Does
The Austin City Council is considering a contract with Holt Truck Centers to provide parts and repair services for the city's Crane Carrier and Hino refuse trucks. The agreement spans an initial three-year term with options to extend for two additional years, totaling up to $2,129,885.
This contract ensures the maintenance of city waste collection vehicles, with $425,977 currently allocated from the Austin Fleet Mobility Services budget and future costs dependent on subsequent budget approvals.
Who It Affects
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Austin Fleet Mobility Services
The department will receive maintenance and parts services for its refuse truck fleet under this contract.
Holt Truck Centers of Texas
The company is the designated vendor for providing parts and repair services to the city.
Key Facts
- The contract authorizes original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and repair services for Crane Carrier and Hino refuse truck cabs and chassis.
- The contract has a maximum total value of $2,129,885.
- The initial term of the contract is three years.
- The contract includes two one-year extension options.
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- The current operating budget for Austin Fleet Mobility Services provides $425,977 for this contract.
- Funding for the remainder of the contract term is contingent upon future budget availability.
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Contingent Funding Structure
The contract is structured so that the majority of the $2.1 million total is not yet fully funded, relying on future budget cycles.
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