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HomeMy WebLinkAbout22E - FIRE RESCUE SAWS REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ~ ~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: MAY 16, 2005 TITLE: CONTRACT AWARD FOR FIRE RESCUE SAWS (SPEC. NO. 05-047) APPROVED o As ReGommended o As Amended o Ordinance on 1 st Reading o Ordinance on 2nd Reading o Implementing Resolution o Set Public Hearing For 1j, '--'AI // ~/) Wh~ ../ /17&0--- CITY MANAGER CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION Award a contract to L.N. Curtis & Sons for fire accessories and miscellaneous firefighting equipment $18,984.34. rescue in the saws and amount of DISCUSSION The Fire Department uses fire rescue saws during firefighting operations to ventilate buildings and release hot gases and smoke, thus allowing for safer rescue conditions for the firefighters. There are four Cutters Edge fire rescue saws currently in service. However, the saws have reached their expected life cycle and require replacement. Cutters Edge equipment is specifically designed for firefighting and staff has determined that L. N. Curtis & Sons is the only source for sales and service for Cutters Edge equipment for California. In addition, a contingency has been included to allow for miscellaneous firefighting equipment purchases that are required on a recurring basis as a result of an informal bid process. L. N. Curtis & Sons has been providing firefighting equipment and service to the Fire Department for over 15 years, and has performed satisfactorily. Staff recommends authorization of the award to L.N. Curtis & Sons. 22E-1 CS 38;, Contract Award for Fire Rescue Saws (Spec. 05-047) May 16, 2005 Page 2 FISCAL IMPACT Funds are available in the Fire Maintenance Operating Materials & Supplies account (account no. 11-327-6391). APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS: ::=::> ~~~~~!' A} ~,,~ ~- cf<Francisco Gutierrez '" r Executive Director ~ Finance & Mgmt. Services Agency I i ~G/TO/05-047.3:SP ) 22E-2