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CC - CONSENT ITEM: Approval of an Agreement with Turbo Images for Vehicle Wrap Services in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $640,000 ($250,000 Base Proposal Plus $300,000 for Three Optional Years and $90,000 in Contingency Authority).
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Meeting Date: August 28, 2023
Contact Person/Dept.: Allison Cohen/Transportation Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-6543
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [ ] General Fund: Yes [ ] No [X]
Attachments: Yes [ ] No [X]
Commission Action Required: Yes [ ] No [X]
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (08/23/2023)
Department Approval: Diana Chang, Chief Transportation Officer (08/16/2023)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve an agreement with Turbo Images for vehicle wrap services in an amount not-to-exceed $640,000 ($250,000 base proposal plus $300,000 for three optional years and $90,000 in contingency authority).
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The City of Culver City's transit bus fleet currently consists of 54 40' transit buses, three cutaway vans, three minibuses, and several sedans, SUVs, and service trucks. Buses and other vehicles are branded for special services and events using distinctive color schemes and designs applied via decal. Current branding distinctions include local and rapid color schemes, specialty branding for battery electric buses, and an "anniversary wrap" commemorating Culver CityBus's 95th year of service to the City of Culver City.
Historically, the Culver City Transportation Department has solicited multiple quotes for each cosmetic repair or specialty wrap. To increase departmental efficiency and reduce vehicle downtime associated with cosmetic repairs, staff released a Request for Proposal (RFP #2349) on July 6, 2023. On August 3, 2023, a total of two responsive proposals were received. Proposals were received from the following firms:
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