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Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-198 authorizing the purchase of EMS medical supplies for the Farmers Branch Fire Department from Bound Tree Medical, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $155,400; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Fire Department
BACKGROUND:
In FY 2025-2026, the Fire Department budgeted $155,400 for EMS medical supplies, a 7% increase over FY 2024-2025 due to inflation, as reported by the vendor. The Fire Department orders medical supplies to stock ambulances and treat patients, and will spend more than $100,000 with Bound Tree Medical, LLC through the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Midlothian, which requires City Council approval.
DISCUSSION:
Council will discuss approving Resolution No. 2025-198, authorizing the purchase of medical supplies from Bound Tree Medical, LLC. Staff will be available for any questions the Council may have.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Financial impacts of $155,400 approved as part of the FY 2025-26 budget.
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-198 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-198, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2025-198
2. Bound Tree Agreement Midlothian
3. Signed Midlothian Cooperative Purchasing Agreement