Cleveland Proposes New Vehicle and Equipment Purchases for Public Works
The City of Cleveland is considering an emergency measure to acquire new vehicles and specialized equipment for the Department of Public Works. Under Ord. No. 1137-2026, the city would use standard and requirement contracts to purchase or lease a variety of on-road and off-road assets to support essential city operations.
What's in the file
This emergency ordinance authorizes the Department of Public Works to acquire various transportation and maintenance assets through one or more contracts. The scope of the acquisition includes:
- On-road vehicles and apparatus
- Off-road equipment
- Cabs, bodies, and accessories
- Aftermarket items and equipment necessary for vehicle functionality
The record states these items are intended to support specific departmental needs, including vehicle rehabilitation, training, and inspections.
Who may be affected
- Department of Public Works: The department would receive the new vehicles and equipment to support its infrastructure and maintenance roles.
Status and timeline
- September 17, 2026: The ordinance was introduced to City Council and is currently at the first reading stage.
Residents can verify the details of this proposal by reviewing the official record for Ord. No. 1137-2026 through the Cleveland City Council Legistar website.
Source record
- File
- 1137-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- First Reading
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- September 16, 2026
Official documents
- 1137-2026-Req Std K vehicles- Utilities Enterprise Fund 2026
- 1137-2026 Legislative Summary
- FINAL VERSION City Record October 23, 2026 Page 103