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Consideration of and action on authorization to purchase emergency equipment, graphics, and associated supplies for new emergency services vehicles within the Fire Department and Fire Marshal’s Office from FarrWest through HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program contract #EP11-17.
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Summary:
This purchase will include the emergency equipment and graphics for two new grass/booster fire trucks (F-350’s), a new vehicle for the Fire Chief (F-250), and a new vehicle for the Deputy Fire Marshal (F-150). In addition, the F-350 and F-250 models being replaced will be retained by the Fire Department and “upfitted” with lift kits and specialized equipment to be utilized as high water response vehicles.
A total of seven (7) emergency vehicles will be outfitted under this purchase. The purchase and installation of this equipment is included in the adopted budget.
This purchase will be completed through FarrWest, an emergency vehicle contractor, utilizing the HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program, contract #EP11-17.
Fiscal/Budgetary Impact:
These vehicles are included in the FY2018-19 budget for the Fire Department (budget account 10-304-4906) and the Fire Marshal’s Office (10-307-4906).
F-150 Deputy Fire Marshal $ 12,207.12
F-250 Fire Chief $ 16,651.30
F-350 Grass/Booster Trucks $ 37,760.44 ($18,880.22 each)
High Water Rescue Vehicles $ 35,897.85 ($11,965.95 each)
Total Purchase $ 102,516.71
Recommended action:
Staff recommends approval of this purchase.