š Pay More for Rule-Following?
Council faces a dilemma: Should Rossland pay $345,142 for a compliant truck bid when 4 cheaper options existed but didn't follow the rules?
āļø The city needs a new winter plow/summer transport truck to replace their 2009 Sterling
š° Only 1 out of 5 companies submitted a proper bid - but it costs $14,000+ more than some non-compliant ones
š¤ Your tax dollars, your call
The Bid Breakdown
š New West Truck: $345,142 (COMPLIANT - only one following RFP rules)
ā R James Group: $331,053 (non-compliant - $14k cheaper)
ā Inland Truck: $286,760 (non-compliant - $58k cheaper)
The Bid Breakdown
ā Two Peterbilt bids: Also non-compliant
š City policy requires following procurement rules, not just lowest price
š¤· Staff don't specify what made 4 bids non-compliant
What You're Getting
āļø Winter mode: Snow plow and sander for city streets
āļø Summer mode: Equipment transport truck for public works
š Replaces aging 2009 Sterling dump truck (trade-in included)
What You're Getting
š° Budget reality: $335,000 budgeted vs $345,142 actual cost
šµ Funding covered by savings from previous equipment purchase
š Freightliner M2 106 - proven municipal fleet choice
When bidding rules eliminate cheaper options, should the city prioritize strict compliance or seek better value for taxpayers?
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š Council meets September 15, 2025 to decide on this $345,142 truck purchase
Have your say: ā¢ Email council before the meeting ā¢ Attend and speak during public input ā¢ Watch the livestream
š Your input matters - this sets precedent for how Rossland handles procurement compliance vs. cost savings