Title
A Resolution to Approve the Purchase of a New Electronic Sign (Electronic Message Center)
Summary
The Municipal Complex Department is requesting to purchase a 4' x 8', full color, 10mm Watchfire Electronic Sign to replace the current electronic sign (16mm) that is non-repairable. The existing sign has been slowly deteriorating over the last year. From speaking with the manufacturer, it is believe that we had a power surge that did extensive damage to the internal components and the unit is beyond repair. The proposed new unit will have a LED 10mm double sided message board, lifetime broadband modem, lifetime software training and tech support, built in temp control to shut the sign off if internal temps exceed 145 degrees and the unit automatically dims at night as to not blind traffic. The Watchfire company is gifting The City of Foley a 10 year parts warranty plus and 30% discount on the unit . The Municipal Complex Department is requesting to move forward with the purchase and installation of the Electronic Sign (Electronic Message Center). The new sign will be purchased and installed by WRICO Signs, Inc. for $35,315.00. I am asking for a 5% contingency due to possible cost or freight increases. The estimated turn around time is 6 - 8 weeks. The City attorney concurred that this is a public works project and does not require bidding.
Budgetary Impact:
Non-Capital Item:
____ Budgeted under account #_______________ (discussion item)
____ Not budgeted, requesting transfer of $__________ from Account #______________ to Account #_____________.**Request to Transfer Departmental Budget Dollars form must be attached**
____ Not budgeted requiring increase to account #___________ in the amount of $____________.**Request to Increase Departmental Budget Dollars form must be attached**
Capital - Departmental **Capital Purchase Worksheet form must be attached**
____ Budgeted under account #______________ for $_________ and des...
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