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Authorization to enter into a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with W.W. Grainger, Inc for maintenance, repair, and operating supplies referencing City of Tucson, AZ agreement number 240078.
presenter
Presenter: Leonard Langston, Interim Chief Property Officer
Recommendation
The Interim Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") of the Chicago Housing Authority ("CHA") recommends that the CHA Board of Commissioners ("Board") approve the award of contract to the below listed contractor in the approximate aggregate value of $10,936,500 consisting of an aggregate original contract value of $6,367,000 for a 2-year, 9-month base term from April 1, 2025 through October 31, 2027; and two option years in the combined amount of $4,569,500 to provide maintenance, repair, and operating supplies. The terms of CHA's cooperative agreement will be concurrent with the terms of the master agreement with City of Tucson, AZ.
The Board further authorizes the Interim CEO to approve each request to exercise the options awarded under the contract.
Recommended Awardee
Base Contract Value
Base Term
Option Terms
Total Contract Value
W.W. Grainger
$6,367,000
2-Years, 9-Months
1st Option: $2,251,000
2nd Option: $2,318,500
$10,936,500
Total:
$6,367,000
$4,569,500
$10,936,500
The requested action complies in all material respects with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and CHA policies. CHA staff has completed all necessary due diligence to support the submission of this initiative.
Funding
MTW Funds
Background
Maintenance, repair, and operations ("MRO") are required to keep property systems and equipment in operating condition. MROs include industrial equipment, cleaning supplies and materials such as flooring, paint, light fixtures, and countertops. An MRO agreement will assist with preventive maintenance, stock inventory, and reduce response time for emergency repairs. The executed cooperative agreement will provide supply and delivery of various resources, including re...
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