STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Core
AGENDA DATE: March 26, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): Citywide
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Donzell Gipson
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a five-year service price agreement for employee uniform rental and cleaning for citywide use - Cintas Corporation 2, most advantageous proposer of two - Estimated amount of $2,631,174.52 - Financing: General Fund ($1,405,642.17), Sanitation Operation Fund ($799,950.89), Equipment and Fleet Management Fund ($274,599.32), and Aviation Fund ($150,982.14) (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service price agreement is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis according to annual budgetary appropriations. The estimated amount is intended as guidance rather than a cap on spending under the agreement, so that actual need combined with the amount budgeted will determine the amount spent under this agreement.
This service price agreement will provide for employee uniform rental and cleaning for citywide use. The acquisition of uniform services is essential for the City's operations as it ensures a consistent supply of clean, professional uniforms for its employees. Clean uniforms not only enhance the appearance of personnel, but also promote safety and hygiene in the workplace. This agreement will also be utilized to streamline the uniform cleaning and supply process, allowing our staff to focus on their core responsibilities without the added burden of managing uniform care. This investment in quality uniform services ultimately contributes to improve morale, professionalism, and operational efficiency.
A six-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Department of Equipment and Fleet Management (1)
* Department of Facilities and Real Estate ...
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