File #: RES-26:011    Version: 1 Name: WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF STREET LIGHTS
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 2/2/2026 In control: Finance & Administration Council Committee
On agenda: Final action: 2/17/2026
Title: A RESOLUTION TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF STREET LIGHTS
Sponsors: Engineering
Indexes: Purchases - general, Waive competitve bidding
Attachments: 1. COJStreetLight-60.pdf

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A RESOLUTION TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF STREET LIGHTS

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WHEREAS, the City of Jonesboro Mayor’s office has determined the RAB ALED5T52/PCT-LED Post Top Light-or equivalent light fixtures and RAB PR4-11-15D2-or equivalent light poles to be the city standard for all pedestrian-friendly and pedestrian-priority streets; and

WHEREAS, a local distributor can stock these fixtures as part of their normal inventory, and can maintain an adequate supply of replacement parts as needed.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS THAT:

SECTION 1:  The specified light fixtures and light poles are available from TEC ELECTRIC of Jonesboro, AR, per the attached quote.

SECTION 2: Due to the need to be able to access this lighting and replacement parts quickly for the preservation of public safety in the community, the City Council in accordance with the terms of A.C.A. Section 14-58-303 hereby waive the requirement of competitive bidding and direct the purchasing agent to purchase the above-described light fixtures and light poles for the prices set forth above.

PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 17TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2026.