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Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-132 authorizing the purchase of EMS medical supplies for the Farmers Branch Fire Department from Bound Tree Medical, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $166,300; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Fire Department
BACKGROUND:
Ensuring the availability of essential medical supplies is critical to the Farmers Branch Fire Department’s ability to provide timely, effective, and high-quality emergency medical services to the community. Fire Department personnel rely on a wide range of medical supplies and equipment to respond to emergencies, administer lifesaving treatment, and provide appropriate patient care in the field. Maintaining an adequate and reliable inventory of these supplies supports operational readiness, minimizes disruptions in service delivery, and ensures personnel are properly equipped to respond to a variety of medical emergencies.
In FY 2026-2027, the Fire Department budgeted $166,300 for EMS medical supplies, a 7% increase over FY 2025-2026 due to inflation, as reported by the vendor. The Fire Department orders medical supplies to stock ambulances and treat patients and will complete these purchases from Bound Tree Medical, LLC through an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Midlothian, which requires City Council approval.
DISCUSSION:
Council will discuss approving Resolution No. 2026-132, authorizing the purchase of medical supplies from Bound Tree Medical, LLC through an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Midlothian. Staff will be available for any questions the Council may have.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted financial impact of $166,300 approved as part of the FY 2026-27 budget.
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2026-132 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2026-132, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2026-132
2. Interlocal Agreement