HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 18 - Thermal ImagersMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 17, 2015
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION FOR A SOLE SOURCE
PURCHASE FOR UPGRADING THERMAL IMAGERS
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council to consider approval of a resolution for a sole source purchase for
replacement/upgraded thermal imagers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Funding for this purchase is currently available in account 100-42281-210-3 (Apparatus
and Tools) for an amount not to exceed $26,991.00.
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The replacement of these nine Thermal Imagers will enhance the resolution and brighten
the display to the latest advancement in infrared technology that will allow the user a
clearer picture through the camera. This will allow a quicker assessment of the conditions
inside a fire and allow firefighters to search for citizens quicker and lessen the time they
may be exposed to the elements of a fire. The new cameras also enhance other features
such as the temperature measurement, high heat scenes and the thermal throttle, and
include a three year warranty.
This procurement will be made as a sole source in accordance with Local Government
Code Chapter 252, Subchapter B, § 252.022, General Exemptions (a)(7)(d). Metro Fire
Apparatus Specialists, Inc. is the sole source provider of Bullard fire thermal imager
systems, services and training.
Staff recommends approval.
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11 /11/2015 (4:26:46 PM)
RESOLUTION NO. ..7- lf(
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
OR THE CITY MANAGER'S DESIGNEE TO PURCHASE
THE UPGRADE OF THERMAL IMAGERS FROM A SOLE
SOURCE VENDOR, METRO FIRE APPARATUS
SPECIALISTS, INC., AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE
WHEREAS, the City of Grapevine, Texas is a local government in the State of
Texas and as such is empowered by Texas Local Government Code Chapter 252,
Subchapter B, Section 252.022, General Exemptions (a)(7)(d) to consider items
available from only one source as an exception to the bidding requirements of the State
of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. is the sole source provider in
our marketplace for Bullard fire thermal imager systems, services and training; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grapevine Fire Department has the need to upgrade nine
thermal imagers; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites for the adoption of this resolution have been
met, including but not limited to the Local Government Code and the Open Meetings Act;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council hereby declares that the approval of this resolution is
in the best interests of the health, safety, and welfare of the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That all matters stated in the above preamble are true and correct
and are incorporated herein as if copied in their entirety.
Section 2. That the City Manager or his designee is authorized to take all steps
necessary for the sole source purchase of nine thermal imagers from Metro Fire
Apparatus Specialists, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $26,991.00.
Section 3. That the City Manager or his designee is authorized to take all steps
necessary to consummate the sole source purchase of said thermal imagers.
Section 4. That this resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS on this the 17th day of November, 2015.
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ATTEST:
RES. NO. 2