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Council Communication
DATE: 06/16/20 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 20-0417
LOG NAME: 13PHIGH WATER RESCUE 6804 PMD LSJ
SUBJECT
Authorize the Purchase of One High Water Rescue Truck from General Body Manufacturing Co., d/b/a General Truck Body for the Fire Department
in an Amount Up to $178,659.28 Using Grant Funds and a GoodBuy Cooperative Contract (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the purchase of one high water rescue truck from General Body Manufacturing Co., d/b/a
General Truck Body for the Fire Department in an amount up to $178,659.28 using grant funds and GoodBuy Cooperative Contract No. 20 81`000.
DISCUSSION:
The Fire Department (Fire) approached the Purchasing Division for assistance with buying one fire truck that will be used to transport emergency
responders to areas with difficult access from either terrain or high water. The all -terrain vehicle is equipped to haul or tow equipment as well as
transport individuals in wheelchairs or hospital beds out of danger areas. Fire obtained two cooperative quotes and one no bid for the fire rescue
unit for cost comparison between high water rescue unit vendors. Below is a summary of the quotes received.
Vendor
Cooperative
Contract
Cost
FneBody Manufacturing
Goodbuy
Cooperative
$178,659.28
a General Truck Body
Contract
Siddons-Martin Emergency Group
Buyboard Contract
�$231,500.00
Staff recommends awarding the purchase of one Acela Monterra 6X6 Chassis Cab rescue truck from General Body Manufacturing Co. d/b/a
General Truck Body based on lowest bid meeting all specifications. The unit will be an addition to the fleet and is expected to operate satisfactorily
during its service life of 10 years. The unit has a one (1) year bumper to bumper warranty. The warranty information, the manufacturer's Statement
of Origin and the original sales invoice will accompany the new unit upon delivery to the Fire Service Center located at 2920 West Bolt Street.
This purchase is funded by the Homeland Security Grant Program - Urban Area Security Initiative 2018 (UASI) Grant. The new unit will be used for
all council districts to enhance the City of Fort Worth's homeland security. (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
PRICE ANALYSIS - There is no previous purchase history for a unit with these specific configurations; however the annual operational cost should
not exceed $1,000.00 yearly. Staff has reviewed the pricing and found it to be fair and reasonable based on current market values.
An administrative change order or increase may be made by the City Manager up to the amount allowed by relevant law and the Fort Worth City
Code and does not require specific City Council approval as long as sufficient funds have been appropriated.
COOPERATIVE PURCHASE - State law provides that a local government purchasing an item under a cooperative purchasing agreement
satisfies State laws requiring that the local government seek competitive bids for purchase of the item. Goodbuy Contracts have been
competitively bid to increase and simplify the purchasing power of local government entities across the State of Texas.
M/WBE OFFICE - An M/WBE goal is not assigned when purchasing from an approved purchasing cooperative or other public entity.
DELIVERY - The new unit will be delivered within 45 days after receipt of a purchase order.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendation, funds are available in the current budget, as appropriated, of
the Grants Operating Federal Fund. Prior to any expenditure being incurred, the Fire Department has the responsibility to validate the availability
of funds. This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Jay Chapa 5804
Originating Business Unit Head: Reginald Zeno 8517
Steve Cooke 5134
Additional Information Contact: Cynthia Garcia 8525
LaKita Slack -Johnson 8314