1. Urban County Program, on behalf of the City of Alton, is requesting authority to purchase fire protection equipment through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with Buy Board (Texas Association of School Boards) approved vendor Casco Industries, Inc. (contract # 363-10) in the amount of $18,802.08 (quote attached hereto). City of Alton UCP Year 24 (2011) Fire Station/Equipment funds will be utilized.

2. Urban County Program, on behalf of the City of Alton, is requesting authority to purchase radios to be used by the Alton Fire Department through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with HGAC (Houston-Galveston Area Council) approved vendor Motorola (contract # RA05-12) in the amount of $9,779.80 (quote attached hereto). City of Alton UCP Year 24 (2011) Fire Station/Equipment funds will be utilized.

a. The fire protection equipment, to include 12 bunker gear pants, jackets, and hoods, will be purchased for use in the City limits of Alton. Payment in the amount of $18,802.08 will include warranties, customer assistance, delivery, and co-op fees. Delivery is expected within 30-60 days.

Vendor:                                  Casco Industries, Inc.
Purchase Amount:                  $18,802.08
Funds Available:                      $28,800.31 Year 24 (2011) City of Alton Fire Station/Equipment funds

b. The fire protection equipment, which consists of 6 radios, will be purchased for use in the City limits of Alton. Payment in the amount of $9,779.80 will include warranties, equipment services, delivery, and co-op fees. Delivery is expected within 30-60 days.

Vendor:                                  Motorola
Purchase Amount:                  $ 9,779.80
Funds Available:                      $28,800.31 Year 24 (2011) City of Alton Fire Station/Equipment funds