Title
Consider and take action on a resolution to approve an agreement with Municipal Emergency Services for Firefighter Bunker Gear for an amount not to exceed $87,323.40 through September 30, 2017 (Fire Chief)
Background:
Approval of this item will allow for the purchase of 20 additional sets of bunker gear for fiscal year 2017. Bunker Gear is a fire fighter's personal protective equipment. It is used to provide limited protection against adverse environmental effects during structural firefighting operations and other emergency operations where there is a threat of fire or where certain physical hazards are likely to be encountered. The Texas Commission on Fire Protection regulations require bunker gear to be removed from service after 10 years from the date of manufacture.
Purchasing issued Bid#14-012 for bunker gear in 2014. Contract was awarded to Municipal Emergency Services (MES) at a unit cost of $2,355 per set, which consists of a jacket and pair of pants.
During FY 2016, 16 sets of replacement bunker gear were purchased at a unit cost $2,425.65 (3 percent increase) for a total of $38,810.40.
Staff is requesting authorization to purchase 20 sets of bunker gear from MES for $48,513.00 at no unit price increase through September 30, 2017. The total amount of expenditures for the agreement will be $87,323.40.
Attachments:
1. Data Sheet
2. Proposed Resolution
3. Proposed Vendor Agreement
4. Price Increase
5. Original Bid
FUNDING
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{ x } Funds are available from Account #__2850000-51250__(Fire Department Operating Supplies)__
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