CC MEETING: September 10, 2019
DATE: September 3, 2019
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Gregg Salmi, Fire Chief
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Consider Approval Of The Purchase Of Ten Handheld Ultrasound Scanners, Associated Equipment And Training From Clarius Mobile Health Corporation For Carrollton Fire Rescue In An Amount Not To Exceed $85,250.00.
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BACKGROUND:
This request is for the purchase of ten ultrasound scanners, associated equipment and training. This purchase is made possible by a donation from the Metrocrest Hospital Authority specifically to purchase ultrasound devices. The training will be conducted by CFR’s medical control, BEST EMS, and the devices will be purchased through a cooperative purchasing agreement with the Savvik Buying Group. Texas law authorizes this process so that the City can save the time of developing specifications and avoid the duplication of the competitive bidding process. The Savvik Buying Group meets all state of Texas bidding requirements. There will be no financial or service impact on the IT Department with this purchase
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The ultrasound devices, accessory equipment and training will be purchased from funds in the General Special Projects Capital Fund that were donated by the Metrocrest Hospital Authority.
COST CENTER LINE ITEM BUDGET AMOUNT
Cap Account 854101 Activity #120600199 $ 85,250.00
IMPACT ON COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY:
The addition of ultrasound technology to the prehospital environment will allow Carrollton Fire Rescue paramedics the ability to obtain immediate anatomical, diagnostic, and functional information on patients. Paramedics will be able to view problems with organs, vessels, and tissues without invasive procedures, thus increasing the level of patient care. This increase in service is consistent with City Council’s strategic goal of delivering the highest quality of services to our citizens.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends City Council approval to purchase ten handheld ultrasound scanners, associated equipment and training in an amount not to exceed $85,250.00. This purchase will be through a cooperative purchasing agreement with the Savvik Buying Group.