City plans Caterpillar loader and truck purchase

The City of Safford is considering approval of a purchase from Empire Machinery for a 2026 Caterpillar 966 Wheel Loader and a 2026 735 Articulated Truck using Omnia Partners cooperative pricing. The combined equipment cost is $1,405,429.78 plus a 10% contingency, with the City planning initial cash funding and subsequent 7‑year lease financing.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

$542,622.33 for the wheel loader and $862,807.45 for the articulated truck, plus 10% contingency

Contract type

EQUIPMENT

Contract term

Intended 7-year lease financing after initial cash purchase

Renewal

One-time equipment purchase; City intends subsequent 7-year lease financing arrangement once favorable terms are identified.

Document type

Agenda

Source document

City of Safford Agenda City Council Meeting/Executive Session 2026-08-10

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this contract, answered from the record.

Who was awarded the equipment contract by City of Safford?

Empire Machinery was awarded this equipment contract by City of Safford, as recorded on August 10, 2026. The contract value is $542,622.33 for the wheel loader and $862,807.45 for the articulated truck, plus 10% contingency.

How much is the Empire Machinery contract with City of Safford worth?

The Empire Machinery contract with City of Safford is valued at $542,622.33 for the wheel loader and $862,807.45 for the articulated truck, plus 10% contingency, covering equipment work.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Equipment contract, documented as a agenda record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in City of Safford Agenda City Council Meeting/Executive Session 2026-08-10 (Agenda), dated August 10, 2026 from City of Safford. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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