Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of eight (8) APX-6000 VHF MHZ Model 2.5 Portable Radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. (HGAC Cooperative Contract #RA05-21) for the Webb County Fire Department pursuant to §271.101 and §271.102, of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing Program in an amount not to exceed $55,544.88 and to further authorize the transfer of funds from the General Operating Reserve Capital Outlay account 1001-1130-001-470000 to the Fire Departments Capital Outlay account 001-3140-001-470000 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3140-001-470000 (General Fund-Fire & EMS Services Administration - Capital Outlay)]

Issue: The Webb County Fire Department is requesting additional portable radios for new Southern fire station operation.  

Solution: Consideration to purchase the requested portable radios from a reputable vendor with a cooperative contract meeting all the competitive bidding requirements of the State of Texas.  

Result: If approved, order will be placed and estimated time of delivery is 4 - 6 weeks.

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