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Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-194 authorizing the purchase of uniforms and related equipment for the Farmers Branch Fire Department from Galls, LLC in excess of $50,000; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Fire Department
BACKGROUND:
In FY 2024-2025, the Fire Department budgeted $143,600 for uniforms and related items, an increase of $8,600 from FY 2023-2024 due to vendor price increases and the addition of three new full-time employees. Associated items will include uniform patches, badges, and collar brass, and Class A uniforms. The Fire Department orders uniforms for newly hired and current Fire Department employees and will collectively spend more than $50,000 with Galls, LLC through the Interlocal Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), which requires City Council approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted Financial Impact in excess of $50,000 in FY 2024-25 approved budget.
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2024-194 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2024-194 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2024-194
2. NCTCOG Agreement
3. NCTCOG Agreement Renewal
4. NCTCOG Interlocal Agreement