The approved FY22 Capital Budget includes $42,300 for the replacement of a vehicle for the Building Department. The current vehicle is used daily by Building Department personnel. The current vehicle is in excess of 12 years old, and the Fleet Unit has deemed the vehicle in need of replacement. If this award is approved, the existing vehicle will be surplused per Village requirements.

The proposed vehicle is a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. This purchase is in line with the Board Business Plan #4, to identify, explore, and implement sustainable and Green Initiatives. Although, the Village has deployed numerous hybrids over the years, this will be the first all electric vehicle. The Building Department has test-driven this model for one week and was happy overall with its style, performance, and features.

Staff explored local dealerships and joint purchasing opportunities, and no vendor was willing to participate in a bid due to low inventory and high demand. The Village was able to obtain two quotes, and The Chevrolet Exchange of Lake Bluff, IL, provided the lowest quote at $30,269.24. The vendor expects delivery in November 2022. Therefore, Staff is requesting to waive competitive bidding and recommends purchase.

If approved, Public Works will make the necessary infrastructure available for use in the Municipal Parking Garage.

Funds for this purchase are available in Account No. 621-9003-572.50-05 (VH9510).

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the Village Board waive competitive bidding and approve the purchase of one 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV in an amount not-to-exceed $30,269.24 from The Chevrolet Exchange in Lake Bluff, Illinois, and authorize staff to execute the necessary documents.