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CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) BREATHING AIR COMPRESSOR IN THE AMOUNT OF $47,036 FROM TESCORP FOR FIRE STATION NO. NINE.
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BACKGROUND: The purchase of a Breathing Air Compressor (BAC) for the purpose of filling self-contained breathing apparatus cylinders has been a planned element of the Fire Station #9 construction project. This item is being provided separately from the construction contract in an effort to achieve a cost savings.
DISCUSSION: This breathing air compressor will be capable of filling the mobile cascade system as well as individual cylinders to the required 6000-psi thereby maximizing the efficiency of the Fire Department's breathing air supply.
Written quotes were obtained from three vendors in the amounts of $48,450, $48,949.20 and $47,036. After a thorough review it is determined that the lowest quote of $47,036, which was submitted by Tescorp representing Bauer Compressors, should be accepted.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that City Council approve the purchase of a breathing air compressor for Fire Station 9 in the amount of $47,036 from Tescorp. Funds for this purchase are in the FYE 14 budget, Capital Fund, Project FT0003, Fire Station 9 Construction (account number 050-9377-419.61-01).