HomeMy WebLinkAboutE. PURCHASE 3 RAELINK3 KITS (FIRE DEPT.) City of Port Arthur, Texas
Mayor and City Council Communication
Date REFERENCE SUBJECT: Recommendation to approve the purchase of PAGE
NUMBER equipment to link air monitors for the Fire Department.
September 7, 2010 Page 1 of 1
RECOMMENDATION:
The Fire Department recommends that the City Council approve the purchase of three (3) RaeLink3 kits from Rae
Systems of San Jose, CA in the amount of $7,278.
BACKGROUND:
This is state of the art air monitoring equipment that will be used to link multiple air monitoring devices to a central
command and control center. This equipment will be compatible with the Area Rae system. This purchase is 100%
funded by the 2009 SHSP Grant. Council approved acceptance of the 2009 SHSP Grant at the October 12, 2009 City
Council Meeting. Rae Systems is the sole manufacturer, distributor, and provider of this equipment.
BUDGET/FISCAL EFFECT:
Funds are available in account # 107- 1118- 521.92 -00 Project #PS0713
STAFFING /EMPLOYEE EFFECT:
None
SUMMARY:
The Fire Department recommends that the City Council approve the purchase of three (3) RaeLink3 kits from Rae
Systems of San Jose, CA in the amount of $7,278. The price of $7,278 is the lowest cost with the best value.
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DEBORAH ECHOLS, FINANCE DIRECTOR
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SHAWNA TUBBS, PURCHASING MANAGER
PREPARED BY:LDR DISPOSITION BY COUNCIL PROCESSED BY
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED OTHER (DESCRIBE)
APPROVED BY
CITY MANAGER
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