Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Kenneth Jacks, Fire Chief
Contact Info
(830) 221-221-4200 - kjacks@nbtexas.org
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SUBJECT:
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Approval of the purchase of replacement firefighter personal protective equipment from NAFECO, Inc., and declaring the old equipment surplus.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
Firefighter bunker gear, aka Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), has a finite life. PPE undergoes a thorough inspection after every fire or cleaning. NBFD also mandates PPE to be inspected quarterly. The Texas Commission on Fire Protection mandates annual testing and advanced testing of gear three or more years old. Any defects must be repaired or the gear must be taken out of service. The practical life of gear is approximately five years as it either wears out or becomes cost prohibitive to repair. Twenty-four sets being requested have surpassed their useful life. The other eight sets will be for new employees.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
Yes - Strategic Priorities: Complete and adopt safety policies
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost is $82,720 for 32 sets of gear. This purchase was anticipated for the current fiscal year and sufficient funds are available in the Fire Department’s FY 2016-17 Budget.
Recommendation
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the approval of the purchase of 32 sets of firefighter PPE from NAFECO, Inc., and declaring the old PPE surplus.