From
Caroline Siskowic
Title
Purchase of Swift Water Rescue gear and equipment from HUB vendor Rescue Gear of Austin, Texas at a cost of $20,518 with the Texas Ambulance Supplemental Payment Program funds.
Presenter
Robert Fite, Fire Chief
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
Four (4) vendors, including three (3) HUB vendors, were solicited for quotes for the purchase of swift water rescue gear. There are no Grand Prairie vendors. Two (2) bids were received, recommendation is to accept low bid from HUB vendor Rescue Gear of Austin, Texas at a total cost of $20,518.
Monies from the State, supplementing municipalities for uninsured and Medicaid recipients, was received in the amount of $398,076. With the approval of Council these funds have been placed in a trust account to be used for Fire Department needs with approval by the F&G. With the upcoming rainy season, and post advanced training of personnel in swift water rescue, the Fire Department has identified a need for additional swift water rescue gear including wet suits and small tools.
Financial Consideration
Funding of $20,518 for swift water rescue gear is available in the Fire State Supplemental trust account (334691) small tools & equipment (60510).