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Award of Term Sole Source Contract to Linder Industrial Machinery Company for Crawler Dozer Rental for Solid Waste Department (Contract No. 27-TSS0003; Amount $419,761.60)
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
On October 9, 2026, the Hernando County Solid Waste Department requested the Procurement Department to enter into a Sole Source contract with Linder Industrial Machinery Company for the rental of a Komatsu D85PX-18WH Crawler Dozer, with a solid waste package, to move garbage at the Hernando County Landfill. The equipment will be needed for approximately twelve (12) months.
Linder Industrial Machinery Company is the local authorized dealer for Komatsu equipment. This particular piece of equipment is outfitted with a solid waste package and is light enough in overall weight to protect the integrity of the garbage cell liner until the garbage depth reaches a level that will allow use of a larger piece of equipment.
The Chief Procurement Officer has reviewed this rental contract for conformance to Procurement Ordinance and Purchasing Policies and Procedures.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVES
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
Funds of $419,761.60 are available from:
Fund: B421 - Solid Waste Fund, Department: 221 - Class I Operations, Account: 534406 - Rental/Leases - Heavy Equipment
LEGAL NOTE
In accordance with Chapter 2, Article V of the Hernando County Code of Ordinances.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the Board approve and authorize the Chairman’s signature on the attached Rental Contract with Linder Industrial Machinery Company for the rental of a Komatsu D85PX-18WH Crawler Dozer for a twelve-month term, in the amount of $419,761.60.