HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 14 - Fire Extinguisher DemonstrationMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: AUGUST 5, 2025
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER DEMONSTRATION AND
TRAINING PROP FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the purchase of a fire extinguisher
demonstration and training prop from JHB Group, Inc. for the Fire
Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the Special Revenue Fund (Miscellaneous Fire
Projects) for an amount not to exceed $17,474.
BACKGROUND: This purchase is for a new, true to life, fire extinguisher demonstration and
training prop used by the Fire Department Prevention Division. This
training tool would be utilized for the training of citizens and businesses of
Grapevine, as well as demonstrations and public education at Fire
Department events. This training system will deliver realistic fire training
experiences that can make a real difference.
This purchase will be made in accordance with existing and interlocal
agreements with Sourcewell as allowed by Texas Local Government
Code, Section 271 and Texas Government Code, Section 791.
Bids were taken by the Cooperative and a contract was awarded to JHB
Group, 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.
Staff recommends approval.
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