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Staff Renort
Date of Meeting: October 15, 2013
To: City Council
From: Kristina Handt,City Administrator
Re: Disposal of Old Engine 5180
Background:
With the arrival of the new Engine 5180,the Council should determine what to do with the old engine.
The City's purchasing policy also covers the disposition of surplus property. Pursuant to that policy,the
disposition of any item valued at $100 or more must be preapproved by the City Council. Furthermore,
the City Council must approve of the method of disposition.
Issue:
Should the City Council approve of the disposition of old engine 5180? If so,by what method?
Proposal Details:
In 2010 when the City last disposed of a fire truck,the City used do-bid.com far auction services. They
charged the City a 10%commission(if the sale price would have gone over$7,500 the commission
would have been 8%)and over$100 in other fees for advertising,etc. They also charge a buyer's
premium. Staff has requested updated information from them but has not received any response at this
time.
Staff is proposing the Council consider using an alternative online auction site this time. Govdeals could
structure the deal so that the entire 7.5%commission fee is paid by the buyer(this is most commonly
used by other municipal clients). The City could pay a 5%commission if they wanted Govdeals to
handle collecting payment. There are no additional charges for advertising or other processing fees.
Staff would recommend having Govdeals collect the payment. This will allow the buyer to use other
forms of payment the City is not equipped to handle,i.e. credit cards. Additional information about
Govdeals and their standard terms is included in your packet.
Govdeals also allows us to set a reserve price for items. If the reserve price is not met,there is no charge
to the City. Based on a review of other fire trucks sold on the site, staff would recommend a reserve of
� $5,000.
Fiscal Impact:
Any funds from the sale of the old engine would be placed into the Equipment Replacement Fund.
Options:
1) Approve the disposal of old engine 5180 through Govdeals.com(7.5%paid by buyer, 5%paid by
City)
2) Approve the disposal of old engine 5180 through do-bid.com
3) Approve the disposal of old engine 5180 through some other means
4) Do not approve the disposal of old engine 5180
Recommendation:
Option 1.
GovDeals talking points
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Financial Settlement Services (FSS)
It is understood the Client elects GovDeals to collect all proceeds due the Client from the winning bidder and remit the
proceeds to the Client less the GovDeals fee. Optionally,the Client may elect to not have GovDeals withhold the fees.
GovDeals will charge the winning bidder a `Buyer's Premium", therefore, the Client is not allowed to charge the winning
bidder an additional "Buyer's Premium".
GovDeals will collect all proceeds from the winning bidder, including the `Buyer's Premium" through PayPal, credit card or
wire transfer. This is the only means of payment by the bidder.
The Client will not release an asset to the winning bidder until the Client has received verification from GovDeals that payment
has been received from the winning bidder. Prior to an item being released to the winning bidder, the Client will ensure the
winning bidder or his/her agent has signed a"Bill of Sale"containing the following notation: "Asset is sold as is, where is and
without warranty. Once the asset is removed from the seller's premises there is no refund of monies previously paid". The Bill
of Sale must be printed from the Client Asset Server(CAS). Any other"Bill of Sale" used by the Client must be submitted to
GovDeals for approval.
No proceeds will be remitted to the Client for any asset sold without verification of payment from GovDeals and verification
from the Client the item has been picked up by the winning bidder. Approved payment from the winning bidder through
PayPal, credit card or wire transfer will be noted in CAS. It is the Client's responsibility to notify GovDeals when an item has
been picked up, which is accomplished by the Client accessing CAS and selecting the "Picked Up" option from the "Paid, not
picked up"report.
GovDeals will remit all proceeds collected, less the "Buyer's Premium" and the GovDeals fee to the Client on a weekly basis
for all assets marked in CAS as `Picked Up'. However, if you choose to be invoiced for the GovDeals' fee, GovDeals will
remit all proceeds collected, less the "Buyer's Premium" only. All proceeds will be remitted electronically by Automatic
Clearing House (ACH) unless elected on the following page of this exhibit to receive a paper check. Whether proceeds are
remitted electronically via ACH or via paper check, a detailed backup will be submitted to the Client to support the amount
remitted.
Under no circumstance will the Client collect any proceeds directly from the winning bidder and if requested to do so, the
Client should refer the winning bidder directly to GovDeals for payment instructions.
GovDeals will absorb all costs of Charge Backs by PayPal or a credit card company where an item is released to the winning
bidder after the Client receives proper payment notification from GovDeals, GovDeals receives proper pickup notification
from the Client and the Client obtained and retained a signed `Bill of Sale"from the winning bidder.
GovDeals will refund proceeds collected to the winning bidder in those rare occasions where the winning bidder pays for an
asset but never picks it up and subsequently convinces PayPal or the credit card company to withdraw the amount from
GovDeals' bank account. It is the Client's responsibility to request a credit on the asset paid for but not picked up as soon as
the allowable pick up time passes. By taking the credit, it insures GovDeals will not charge the Client a fee and will allow the
Client to resell the asset. If the asset is mistakenly placed in `picked up' status by the Client and GovDeals has remitted
payment,the Client agrees to refund this amount back to GovDeals.
A GovDeals' Client Services Representative or a GovDeals Help Desk Representative will train the Client on how to
effectively use the Financial Settlement Services feature and provide ongoing support as needed. There are no additional costs
to the Client for training and support.
GovDeals is covered by a Crime lnsurance Policy with a limit of$5,000,000, which will protect the Client against any loss of
funds.
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Flexible Pricing Options (FPO)
The Client has the option to choose from the following alternative plan:
Client Elects GovDeals Financial Settlement Services (FSS) allowing GovDeals to Collect Proceeds. Only one
option below can be used and once this option is chosen, it cannot be changed for twelve(12) months.
*Option Bl: The Client pays a 7.5%* fee and the winning bidder pays a 5%Buyers Premium. **
Option B2: The Client pays a 5%* fee and the winning bidder pays a 7.5%Buyers Premium.
Option B3: The Client pays a 2.5%* fee and the winning bidder pays a 10%Buyers Premium.
Option B4: The Client pays zero percent fees(0%)and the winning bidder pays a 12.50%Buyers Premium.
*Tiered Fee Reduction Schedule for Option B1 Only
GovDeals' Tiered Fee Reduction Schedule below explains how the base auction fee of 7.5%is reduced for assets
that sell in excess of$100,000 on www.govdeals.com.
1. When an asset sells for up to$100,000 in a winning bid,the GovDeals fee is seven and one-half percent(7.5%*)of the
winning bid,but not less than $5.00.
2. Where an asset sells for more than $100,000,but less than$500,000 the GovDeals fee is seven and one-half percent(7.5%)
of the winning bid up to$]00,000, plus five and one-half percent(5.5%)of the winning bid for auction proceeds in excess of
$100,000 up to$500,000.
3. Where an asset sells for greater than $500,000 the GovDeals fee is seven and one-half percent(7.5%)of the first$100,000 of
the winning bid,plus a fee of five and one-half percent(5.5%)of the next$400,000 of the winning bid,plus a fee of three
and one-half percent(3.5%)of the bid amount in excess of$500,000.
4. Where an asset sells for greater than$1,000,000 the GovDeals fee is seven and one-half percent(7.5%)of the first
$]00,000 of the winning bid,plus a fee of five and one-half percent(5.5%)of the next$400,000 of the winning bid,plus
a fee of three and one-half percent(3.5%)of the next$500,000 of the winning bid,plus a fee of two and one-half percent
(2.5%)of the bid amount in excess of$1,000,000.
**Subject to a minimum per asset/lot fee of$5.00.
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Online Sales - Terms and Conditions
All bidders and other participants of this service agree thev have read and fully understand
these terms and agree to be bound therebv.
Guaranty Waiver. All assets are offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS." Seller makes no
warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or
fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. The Buyer is not entitled to any payment
for loss of profit or any other money damages—special, direct, indirect or consequential.
Description Warranty. Selier warrants to the Buyer the property offered for sale will conform to
its description. Any claim for misdescription must be made prior to removal of the property. If
Seller confirms the property does not conform to the description, Seller will keep the property and
refund any money paid. The liability of the Seller shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the
property. Please note upon removal of the property, all sales are final.
Personal and property risk. Persons attending during exhibition, sale or removal of goods
assume all risks of damage of or loss to person and property and specifically release the seller and
GovDeals from liability therefore.
Inspection. Most assets offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately
detectable. Bidders ma.y inspect the propert�prior to biddin�. Bidders must adhere to the
inspection dates and times indicated in the asset description. See special instructions on each asset
page for inspection details.
Consideration of Bid. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withdraw from
sale any of the assets listed.
Buyer's Certificate. Successful bidders will receive a Buyer's Certificate by email from
GovDeals.
Buyers Premium. If a Buyers Premium is shown on the auction page bidder box, then that
amount (expressed as a percentage of the final selling price) will be added to the final
selling price of all items in addition to any taxes imposed.
Payment. Payment in full is due not later than 5 business days from the time and date of the
Buyers Certificate. Payment must be made electronically through the GovDeals Website.
Acceptable forms of pavment are:
• PayPal
• Wire Transfer
• Visa
• MasterCard
• American Express
• Discover
PayPal and Credit Card purchases are limited to below$5,000.00. If the winning bid plus
applicable taxes, if any indicated, and the buyer's premium, equals more than $4,999.99, PayPal
and Credit Cards may not be used. If Wire Transfer is chosen, a Wire Transfer Transaction
Summary page will provide payment and account information. The Wire Transfer must be
completed within 5 days.
Removal. All assets must be removed within ten (10) business days from the time and date of
issuance of the Buyer's Certificate. Purchases will be released onlv upon receipt of payment as
snecified. Successful bidders are responsible for loading and removal of any and all property
awarded to them from the place where the property is located as indicated on the website and in
the Buyer's Certificate. The Buyer will make all arrangements and perform all work necessary,
including packing, loading and transportation of the property. Under no circumstances will Seller
assume responsibility for packing, loading or shipping. See special instructions on each asset page
for removal details. A daily storage fee of$10.00 may be charged for any item not removed within
the ten (10) business days allowed and stated on the Buyer's Certificate.
Vehicle Titles. Seller will issue a title or certificate upon receipt of payment. Titles may be
subject to restrictions as indicated in the asset description on the website.
Default. Default shall include (1) failure to observe these terms and conditions; (2) failure to
make good and timely payment; or (3) failure to remove all assets within the specified time.
Default may result in termination of the contract and suspension from participation in all future
sales until the default has been cured. If the Buyer fails in the performance of their obligations,
Seller may exercise such rights and may pursue such remedies as are provided by law. Seller
reserves the ri�ht to reclaim and resell all items not removed b t�specified removal date.
Acceptance of Terms and Conditions. By submitting a bid, the bidder agrees they have read,
fully understand and accept these Terms and Conditions, and agree to pay for and remove the
property, by the dates and times specified. These Terms and Conditions are displaved at the top of
each pa�e of each asset listed on GovDeals. Special Instructions apnearin� on the asset pa�e will
override certain sections of the terms and conditions.
State/Local Sales and/or Use Tax. Buyers may be subject to payment of State and/or local sales
and/or use tax. Buyers are responsible for contacting seller or the appropriate tax office,
completing any forms and paying any taxes that may be imposed.
Sales to Employees. Employees of the Seller may bid on the property listed for auction, so long
as they do NOT bid while on duty.