(7)(j)
CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MTG
- Meeting Date:
- 12/17/2025
- Title:
- Authorization to Purchase New Medic Unit for Fire Station 5
- Submitted For:
- Dennis Harris
- Submitted By:
- Dennis Harris, Fire Department
- Department:
- Fire Department
Information
ACTION REQUEST
Consider and take action on a request to purchase a new Medic Unit for Fire Station 5.
BACKGROUND (Brief Summary)
As part of the preparation for opening and operating Fire Station 5, the Department must purchase a new, fully equipped medic unit. This acquisition was planned and funded through the approved FY 2026 Certificate of Obligation. The purchase includes both the chassis and the ambulance patient compartment, which together constitute a complete “Medic Unit.”
- Currently, the lead time for a medic unit is approximately 12 to 18 months.
- Chassis quote# Q4922-0001
RECOMMENDATION
The Fire Chief recommends approval of the purchase of a new medic unit through the HGAC Buy program from the vendor Sterling McCall Ford, in an amount not to exceed $305,000.
Fiscal Impact
- Funds Available Y/N:
- Y
- Amount Requested:
- $305,000
- Source of Funds:
- CO Bond-Fire Department FY26 Budget
- Account #:
- 412212
Fiscal Impact:
Funding for this purchase is provided through the Certificate of Obligation bond.