GOV Finance Committee August 5 2026

The Nashua Board of Aldermen Finance Committee met on August 5, 2026, to discuss and approve several procurement and contract matters. Key procurement actions included the approval of a purchase of 27 KnowInk poll pads for voter check-in at a cost not to exceed $63,000, with ongoing annual maintenance fees. The committee also approved a two-year auditing contract with Cbiz CPAs for approximately $149,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $155,000 in fiscal year 2027, plus additional fees for single audits. An extension of a snow plowing contract with Doti was approved for up to $50,000, and an engineering contract with Stantec Consulting for pavement management services was approved for $43,700. The committee approved purchases of park equipment, including a $59,826 infield groomer and a $153,483 playground structure funded through the Parks Fund. Additionally, a renewal HVAC maintenance contract with Trane US & Son was approved for $120,632, and police department procurements included annual ammunition purchases, clothing from East Coast Emergency Outfitters, and bulletproof vests totaling $36,996.75. A contract amendment for transit operation services with First Transit/Transdev was approved for $459,843, with discussion about shifting insurance liability to the vendor. The committee also confirmed compliance with city charter regarding expenditures. The meeting concluded with a non-public session related to emergency preparedness.