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Approval of $32,000 Increase for Public Works Equipment Rentals

Original title: Purchase, Change Order #1, 2021-323 to United Rentals, in the amount of $32,000.00, for the purchase of Equipment Rental Services, for a revised Purchase Order Total of $81,900.00, for the Public Works Department.

Record date · July 13, 2021

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What This Bill Does

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a $32,000 increase to an existing equipment rental contract with United Rentals. This brings the total authorized spending for the contract to $81,900 for the Public Works Department.

Why it matters

This action increases the total taxpayer-funded expenditure for equipment rental services by $32,000, bringing the total contract value to $81,900 for the Public Works Department.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

United Rentals

The company will receive an additional $32,000 in payments for equipment rental services.

Directly affected

Public Works Department

The department receives additional budget authority to access rental equipment.

Key Facts

  • The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a $32,000 increase to an existing purchase order.
  • The total revised value of the contract with United Rentals is $81,900.
  • The contract is for the provision of Equipment Rental Services.
  • The services are designated for the Public Works Department.
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  • The item is identified as Change Order #1 for purchase order 2021-323.
  • The item is classified as a 'Consent Item', typically reserved for routine business.
  • The file was introduced on June 23, 2021.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'Change Order'?
A is a formal document used to modify the terms, scope, or cost of an existing contract or purchase order.
Why is the county paying more for this contract?
The document identifies this as a $32,000 increase to the original purchase order, but does not specify the operational reason for the additional equipment needs.

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Contract Expansion

The contract value increased by approximately 64% from its original authorization level based on the $32,000 addition to the $49,900 remainder.

United RentalsPublic Works Department

Connected Entities

United Rentals, Public Works Department, Board of County Commissioners
OrganizationUnited Rentals“The vendor providing equipment rental services to the county.”Map →
OrganizationPublic Works Department“The department utilizing the equipment rental services.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of County Commissioners“The governing body responsible for approving the contract change order.”Map →

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