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RESOLUTION NO. 23R-06-130: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL CITY COMMISSION WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS; APPROVING THE SOLE SOURCE DESIGNATION OF ALTERNATIVE SUPPORT APPARATUS, LLC (ASAP) AS SOLE SOURCE MANUFACTURER OF THE ASAP MED STAT OFF-ROAD AMBULANCE VEHICLE; AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) OFF-ROAD AMBULANCE VEHICLES IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $100,000.00; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM THE APPROPRIATE BUDGET CODE NUMBER(S); PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, DESORAE GILES-SMITH).
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Request Action:
A resolution is needed to waive competitive bidding and approve the sole source designation for Alternative Support Apparatus LLC (ASAP) to purchase two (2) off-road ambulance vehicles for the Fire Department.
Need:
Approval is needed to purchase two (2) off-road ambulance vehicles to aid in the quick and safe rescue of individuals in areas that traditional rescue vehicles would otherwise not be able to navigate through, such as crowds, offering to access hard-to-reach off-road locations.
Summary Explanation/ Background:
Alternative Support Apparatus LLC (ASAP) is the only company in the world building the ASAP MedStat off-road ambulance vehicle with a fully enclosed patient compartment.
Investing in the vehicles helps improve the safety standards across the board. This investment will allow fire rescue to respond quickly when an emergency warning unfolds at events or in tight areas a traditional EMS truck cannot fit.
The ASAP MedStat is the only UTV-based off-road ambulance vehicle with a US Patent (Patent No. 8,215,422 B2). This vehicle works hand-in-hand with the city’s full-size ambulance and EMS fleet by providing a climate-controlled enclosed environment for the patient, securely housing a full-size cot, and seating up to two attendants and a driver. It also features a dedicated battery system to ensure the power you need for the scene, search, and emergency lights. The ASAP MedStat can meet your needs with its numerous standard features and an extensive list of options.
ASAP and Intimidator UTV products are all made in the United States of America, which supports the Federal government Buy American Act.
This purchase is advantageous to the Fire Department, the community, and city patrons.
Attachments:
1. ASAP Sole Source Letter
2. ASAP Quote
Cost Summary/ Fiscal Impact:
Funding is budgeted in CDBG 625 fund for this purchase.
Estimated Time for Presentation:
None
Master Plan:
Goal 1: Clean, Green Sustainable Environment
[ ] Increase mass transit ridership [ ] Reduce City energy consumption
[ ] Reduce water consumption
Goal 2: Safe and Secure City of Lauderhill
[ ] Crime in lower 50% in Broward [ ] Residents feel safe in neighborhood
[ ] Reduce emergency fatalities
Goal 3: Open Spaces and Active Lifestyle for all ages
[ ] Increase participation in youth sports [ ] Add new park land and amenities
[ ] Increase attendance at cultural programs and classes
Goal 4: Growing Local Economy, Employment and Quality of Commercial Areas
[ ] Increase commercial tax base [ ] Increase employment in Lauderhill businesses
[ ] Decrease noxious and blighted uses in commercial areas
Goal 5: Quality Housing at all Price Ranges and Attractive Communities
[ ] Neighborhood signs and active HOAs [ ] Housing & streets improved, litter reduced
[ ] Increase proportion of single family homes and owner occupied housing
Goal 6: Efficient and Effective City Government, Customer Focused & Values Diversity
[ ] Improves City efficiency [ ] Increase use of Information Technology
[ ] Increases residents perception of Lauderhill as an excellent place to live