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HomeMy WebLinkAbout22F - ANIMAL FOODREQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: JULY 6, 2009 TITLE: CONTRACT RENEWAL FOR ANIMAL FOOD (SPEC. NO. 07-058) 1'1 j i>~~ ~. ITY MANAGER RECOMMENDED ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: APPROVED ^ As Recommended ^ As Amended ^ Ordinance on 1S` Reading ^ Ordinance on 2~d Reading ^ Implementing Resolution ^ Set Public Hearing For CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER Renew the contract with Midway City Feed Company for animal food for a one- year period in an annual amount not to exceed $40,000. DISCUSSION The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park houses 227 animals in its collection. Each of the 74 different species has special dietary needs. Animal food required includes alfalfa, bale mix, bird food, monkey food, and additional items for the various animals. The contract for animal food is designed to provide quality products at significant savings based on quantity pricing. On July 16, 2007, the City Council awarded a contract to Midway City Feed Company for a one-year period with provision for three, one-year renewals. The vendor has agreed to renew the contract; however, the vendor has requested a three percent increase due to rising product costs. The vendor has performed satisfactorily during the past contract period, and staff recommends the second renewal of the contract. FISCAL IMPACT Funds are available in the Santa Ana Zoo Account (no. 11-247-6392). ,~,~'~ Gerard Mouet Execut ve Director Parks, Rec. & Comm. Svcs. Agency GM/WO/07-058.R2.8: 22F-1 APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS: ~~ ~ ~~--u Francisco Gutierrez ~~ Executive Director Finance & Mgmt. Services Agency 22F-2