HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 14 - Emergency Medical Continuing EducationITEM # 14
MEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 2012
SUBJECT: APPROVAL FOR THE AWARD OF AN INFORMAL REQUEST
FOR QUOTE FOR AN ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR
EMERGENCY MEDICAL CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR FIRE
DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council to consider approval for the award of an informal quote for an annual
contact with Red River Medical Institute for an emergency medical continuing education
program.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Funds are available in account 100 -44505 -210 -4 (Travel, Training, and Dues) in the
amount not to exceed $19,800
BACKGROUND:
The Texas Department of State Health Services requires all paramedics to receive a
minimum of 144 hours of continuing education every four years. The Grapevine Fire
Department utilizes a certified educational service to provide the required training on a
monthly schedule. This annual contract will provide a minimum of 36 continuing
education hours per firefighter per year. The contract will expire on September 30, 2013.
Informal quotes were taken in accordance with the City's Purchasing Policy. Quotes
were received from three vendors.
Quotes Received:
Tarrant County College
$29,968
Lead -II Excellence, L.L.C.
$19,900
Red River Medical Institute
$19,800
Of the 3 quotes received, Red River Medical Institute was the lowest bidder meeting and
exceeding specifications.
Staff recommends approval.