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ProcurementCover Storyby Thi DaoMay 1, 2017

Leasing: A Budget & Maintenance Solution for Government Fleets

Leasing allows fleets to modernize their equipment faster, and for some fleets, can also solve maintenance problems — including easing technician workload and reducing maintenance needs.

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Procurementby StaffApril 19, 2017

GFX Exclusive: All About Fleet Purchasing Contracts, with Tammy Rimes

Most attention gets spent on putting a government fleet contract in place — with the development of a bid, evaluation of proposals, and final contract negotiation. But what about contract management? Learn from Tammy Rimes about this topic at GFX.

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Policeby Thi DaoApril 5, 2017

Traffic Safety Initiative Reduces Police Officer Vehicle Crashes

To combat injuries and fatalities from auto collisions, Orange County Sheriff’s Department in California set out to change its safety culture through a traffic safety initiative.

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Policeby Roselynne ReyesMarch 23, 2017

Managing Rural Police Fleets

Managing a fleet in a small town or rural area can lead to challenges from a variety of environmental factors, including animals, weather, and rough terrain.

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Equipmentby StaffMarch 9, 2017

Boom Truck Series Offers Two-in-One Versatility

National Crane’s dual-rated NBT40-1 Series boom trucks provide a full-capacity crane that can be reconfigured into an aerial lift.

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Remarketingby Thi DaoMarch 8, 2017

Putting Police Cars Up for Sale

When it comes time to put used police cars for sale, there’s more work to be done than just turning the vehicles over to the auctioneer.

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Equipmentby StaffMarch 1, 2017

A Digger Derrick That Delivers Smooth Functionality

The Altec DT65H Transmission Digger Derrick is a fully hydraulic, pilot-operated derrick that incorporates a high-flow piston pump into the hydraulic system.

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Operationsby Shelley MikaMarch 1, 2017

Diligent Maintenance Keeps Calif. City on the Road

Severe droughts in much of California have finally abated — through heavy rain and flooding. Here's how the City of Napa fleet prepared for and responded to California's rare record rainfall.

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Green Fleetby Paul ClintonMarch 1, 2017

Chevrolet Bolt EV Electrifies Public Fleets

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV's biggest advantages are its 238-mile range and more affordable price point.

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Procurementby Thi DaoMarch 1, 2017

Using Cooperative Procurement to Reduce Fuel Costs

Neighboring public fleets can work together to cooperatively purchase fuel at lower prices. Two collaborative fuel contracts in Oregon and California have saved public agencies hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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