HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 21 - Continuing EducationMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: JANUARY 16, 2024
SUBJECT: APPROVE RENEWAL OF AN ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR EMS
CONTINUING EDUCATION
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider the renewal of an annual contract for emergency
medical continuing education with BEST EMS for the Fire Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the General Fund (Fire) for an amount not to
exceed $15,150.
BACKGROUND: The Texas Department of State Health Services requires all paramedics to
receive a minimum of 144 hours of continuing education every four years.
This contract provides the necessary CE curriculum to retain both Texas
and National Registry Certifications at every level. Continuing education is
provided monthly with lecture and hands on scenarios. The contract also
covers the cost of cadaver labs for additional training opportunities.
This procurement will be made in accordance with Local Government
Code Chapter 252, Subchapter B, § 252.022. General Exemptions (a) (4),
professional services. The contract was for an initial one-year period with
annual one-year renewal options. If approved, this would be the next first
renewal available.
Staff recommends approval.
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