The deputy fire chief proposed purchasing a complete set of replacement extrication tools, known as the Jaws of Life, as the current tools purchased in 2006 are outdated. One set is still in service but the other is broken, and repair costs are prohibitive. The proposed new tools feature high-pressure technology needed to cut through newer high-strength materials used in cars. The purchase of $37,781 would come from current fiscal year savings in the Public Works Capital budget.

1. Replacement of
Extrication Tools
Presented By: Mike Gdovin, Deputy Fire Chief
Item # 9
City Council Meeting
July 25, 2016

2. SUMMARY
 Proposed purchase for complete set of
extrication tools (Jaws of Life)
 Current tools purchased in 2006
 1 set in service, 1 broken
 Cost prohibitive for repairs

3. SUMMARY
 Funding in current FY16 due to savings in
Public Works Capital
 Purchase of replacement tools adds new
technology – high pressure
 Current tool will not cut many new high
strength materials, Boron, Etc.
 High strength meals included in Mercedes,
Volvo, and BMW

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Summary

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FISCAL IMPACT
 Three vendors studied
 Genesis, TNT & Hurst E-Draulic
 Based on warranty & technology, Hurst E-
Draulic has best value for AHFD
 Cost of $37,781 through Municipal
Emergency Services (M.E.S).
 Funding in current FY16 due to savings in
Public Works Capital

8. QUESTIONS?