HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 15 - Firehouse SuppliesMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: JUNE 7, 2022
SUBJECT: ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND FIREHOUSE
SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval of an annual contract for public safety
and firehouse supplies and equipment with Casco Industries, Inc. for the
Fire Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the General Fund (Fire Department) for an
estimated amount of $40,000.
BACKGROUND: The Department purchases personal protective equipment, hose, nozzles,
and other tools from Casco Industries, Inc.
Purchases will be made in accordance with an existing interlocal
agreement with The Local Government Purchasing Cooperative
(BuyBoard) as allowed by Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 271
and Texas Government Code, Chapter 791.
Bids were taken by the Cooperative and a contract was awarded to Casco
Industries, Inc. The Fire and Purchasing staff reviewed the contract for
departmental specification compliance and pricing and determined that
the contract would provide the best service and pricing for meeting the
needs of the City. This contract is for a one-year period.
Staff recommends approval.
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