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Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting to waive formal bidding for the purchase of LED light fixtures. (Res. No. 14-0140)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-25-14: That the request of the Purchasing Agent to waive formal bidding procedures be approved in accordance with State Statutes that allow for the waiving of public bids for the purpose of maintaining uniformity of equipment and services.
Further recommends that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Cree Industries, Racine, WI, for the purchase of all LED lights as needed.
Fiscal Note: Funding for the installation of LED lighting is included in the 2014 Street Lighting budget.