TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: Tom Kisela, City Manager
FROM: Sean deMetropolis, Fire Chief
1. SUBJECT
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Authorize increase of purchase order for medical supplies and equipment repairs from Stryker Medical in the amount of $25,000 funded through the EMT Transport fund.
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2. SUMMARY
The postponement of annual preventative maintenance for Emergency Medical Services equipment in Fiscal Year 2023-2024 has necessitated a purchase order increase of $25,000 to ensure sufficient funding for medical supplies and equipment maintenance for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Approval of this increase will not impact the General Fund.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Authorize the purchase order increase of $25,000 with Stryker Medical for medical supplies and equipment repairs from the EMT Transport fund.
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4. FISCAL IMPACT
The expense for the purchase order increase is $25,000 and will be funded through the EMT Transport Fund (125):
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5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
Goal 1: Provide for a safe community
a. Provide staffing and resources to deliver services that ensure public safety.
6. DISCUSSION AND BACKGROUND
The Fire Department procures medical supplies from multiple vendors, with Stryker Medical being a primary provider. Stryker Medical not only supplies expendable medical items but also serves as the sole source provider for preventative maintenance and repair of critical Emergency Medical Services (EMS) equipment, including the LUCAS 3 Chest Compression devices, Power-PRO ambulance cots, and Power-LOAD systems.
Due to delays in annual maintenance and increases in the prices of expendable medical supplies, the purchase order with Stryker Medical has been fully utilized. Preventative maintenance for the LUCAS 3, Power-PRO, and Power-LOAD systems is conducted annually. However, in an effort to remain fiscally responsible amidst budget constraints, the Fire ...
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