HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 13 - Bunker GearMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER i9
MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 18, 2011
SUBJECT: APPROVAL TO RENEW A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE
OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING (BUNKER GEAR) FOR THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT THROUGH AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
WITH THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council to consider approval to renew a contract for the purchase of various types
of protective clothing (bunker gear) for the Fire Department from Casco Industries
through an interlocal agreement with the City of North Richland Hills. The total amount
for this purchase is not to exceed the budgeted amount of $40,000.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Funds are available in account 325- 42281 - 210 -11 -2012 Capital Equipment/Apparatus
and Tools /Fire Department $40,000.
BACKGROUND:
This request is to renew a contract for the purchase of various types of protective
clothing (bunker gear). Purchases will be made as required and in accordance with an
interlocal agreement with the City of North Richland Hills as allowed by Texas Local
Government Code, Section 271.102 and satisfies all bidding requirements. Council
originally approved a resolution to purchase from this contract on March 15, 2011.
This request is for approval of a contract to purchase fire protective clothing (bunker
gear) for the Fire Department to be used when responding to emergency calls. The triple
layer clothing is made of fire resistant materials that make it possible for firefighters to
enter burning buildings. The clothing conforms to the National Fire Protection
Association's standards which specify a minimum standard of design, performance,
safety, testing and certification requirements. The clothing consists of bunker jackets,
pants and safety lettering.
October 12, 2011 (3:02PM)
Bids were taken by the City of North Richland Hills and a contract was awarded to
Casco Industries under bid number 10 -042. The contract was for a 12 month period
with an additional four renewal periods of 12 months. If approved this would be for the
first renewal period ending on October 10, 2012. Casco Industries has provided this
service to the City in the past with satisfactory results.
Staff recommends approval.
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October 12, 2011 (3:02PM)