Title
Firefighting Nozzles and Hoses
Action
Action:
A. Approve a unit price contract with Rhinehart Fire Services for the purchase of Akron Nozzles and Snap-Tite Hoses for an initial term of three years, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Reginald Johnson, Fire
Damian Owens, Fire
Explanation
§ To ensure safety, nozzle and hose combinations are replaced on average every ten years, consistent with the apparatus replacement cycle. Additionally, various hose and nozzle items are replaced throughout the year due to normal wear and tear.
§ On June 6, 2023, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; three bids were received.
§ Rhinehart Fire Services was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ The prices stated in the Price Schedule shall remain fixed for the Initial Term. At renewal, price increases may be considered based on increases in the cost of materials in accord with the Consumer Price Index.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $125,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Contract goals were not established on this Contract as there were no viable subcontracting opportunities.
Fiscal Note
Funding: General Capital Equipment Fund