Title
Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Unifirst Corporation for the purchase of uniform services.
Body
Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Unifirst Corporation for the purchase of uniform services. Employee uniforms are provided for professional representation and to ensure a consistent appropriate image to the public. To ensure cost savings to the City, the Procurement and Contracting Services Division is utilizing the Sourcewell Cooperative bidding procedures to award to Unifirst Corporation. Unifirst has been providing the City with uniform services since 2008. After reviewing the current services, options and pricing, staff recommends the City continue with Unifirst for the term of this contract which will expire in March 2028. The City currently spends approximately $100,000 per year on uniform services Citywide. The costs are paid from the using department's operating budget.
Staff recommends approval of this agreement.
Cost: $400,000
Source of Funds: General Fund