Nipawin Council approves wheel loader contract

General Manager of Operations and Engineering Services Jamie Fast’s report to council noted that administration recommended the Redhead Equipment bid, despite it not being the cheapest option and having different brand options. Fast’s report said they recommended purchasing the CASE loader from Redhead Equipment for several reasons.

One reason, according to the report, is the proven reliability of CASE loaders in the past for the Town of Nipawin.

“Maintaining fleet consistency reduces operator training time, simplifies maintenance, and ensures compatibility with existing parts and attachments,” said the report.

The Redhead Equipment bid also included the AMI Log and Fork Grapple, which the report said ensures increased versatility for material handling operations and reduced the cost of purchase.

The report also said the town has a long-standing positive relationship with Redhead Equipment, which has provided reliable equipment to the town in the past. Redhead Equipment also features a local service mechanic, eliminating travel costs and repair delays. Another reason cited was the comprehensive warranty and maintenance package included in the Redhead bid.

Fast’s report to council also said while the price wasn’t the lowest of the bids, it was competitive, “especially when considering the long-term service advantages.”

The Redhead Equipment bid promised delivery time of the product within seven weeks, and the report stated that time aligns with operational needs without excessive delays. Many of the other bids featured a lengthier delivery time, with one up to six months, and three ‘unknown’.

The resale value of the loader was also a factor.

“CASE loaders have demonstrated strong resale and trade-in value, making this investment cost-effective in the long run,” the report stated.

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Cam.lee@pattisonmedia.com

by Cam Lee

Nipawin Council approves wheel loader contract

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