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CC - CONSENT ITEM: Approval of an Agreement with UniFirst Corporation for Uniform Rental and Uniform-Related Products and Services in an Amount Not-To-Exceed $70,000.
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Meeting Date: March 18, 2024
Contact Person/Dept: Elizabeth Shavelson/Finance Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-5865
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [] Attachments: [X]
Commission Action Required: Yes [] No [X]
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (03/13/2024)
Department Approval: Lisa Soghor Chief Financial Officer (03/11/2024)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve a five-year agreement with UniFirst Corporation to supply and service uniforms and other related products and services in an amount not-to-exceed $70,000.
BACKGROUND
The City requires employees in designated job classifications across various departments to wear identified uniforms as part of their job duties. This requirement enables customers to easily recognize City employees and serves to promote employee safety. The City has historically utilized the services of a vendor to provide uniforms and related products and services. The vendor conducts a fitting with each employee, supplies the appropriate uniform items and is responsible for laundering, repairing and replacing the uniforms provided. The vendor is also responsible for laundering mops, bath towels, shop towels, and mats as needed.
The City currently contracts with UniFirst Corporation for these services. The City has contracted with Unifirst Corporation since April 2019. The City has been satisfied with the supplies and services provided. The contract is set to expire April 8, 2024.
DISCUSSION
Pursuant to Culver City Municipal Code (CCMC) Section 3.07.045, in the event the same vendor has been utilized for a ...
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