The Fire Chief is requesting to purchase three new EMS stretchers to replace units over 12 years old. New national safety standards are being adopted in November 2016. The new stretchers will keep patients securely in place even during a vehicle crash. The City Attorney confirmed the purchase over $50k is exempt from bidding requirements under local codes for public safety. Stryker Medical submitted the lowest quote of $79,135.25 for a three year lease/purchase. Funding is available from the EMS capital replacement budget.

1. Replacement of EMS Stretchers
Presented By: Buddy Kuhn, Fire Chief
Item# 8
City Council Meeting
October 10, 2016

2. SUMMARY
Purchase three new EMS stretchers
Current units over 12 years
New national standards in place,
Texas to adopt November 2016
New systems keep stretcher in-place
in event of a crash

3. FISCAL IMPACT
 Section 252.022 Local Government
code – exemptions for public safety
 No RFP required under this section
with purchases exceeding $50K
Verified by City Attorney

4. FISCAL IMPACT
Two vendors submitted quotes - Ferno and
Stryker – Stryker medical submitted lowest
quote – Only two companies offer technology
Cost of $79,135.25 including 1.99% interest
Lease / purchase three years @ $26,379.75
per year
Funding available – EMS capital replacement
Additional cost for mounting in other EMS
units– funds available
Questions