To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Charlie Skaggs, Fire Chief
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution authorizing the purchase and installation of a Bauer Vertecon SE 18 SCBA air compressor system, including related equipment, training, shipping, and an annual service and air testing agreement, from August Industries, LLC, through the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program, for Fire Station No. 2, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase
Action Requested:
Approve the resolution authorizing the purchase and installation of a Bauer Vertecon SE 18 SCBA air compressor system, including related equipment, shipping, installation, training, and an annual service and air testing agreement, from August Industries, LLC, through the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program, in an amount not to exceed $70,639.45, and authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase
Background:
The Keller Fire Department utilizes an SCBA air compressor system at Fire Station No. 2 to refill self-contained breathing apparatus cylinders used by firefighters during emergency response operations. The existing compressor system has reached the end of its useful service life and requires replacement to ensure the department can continue to safely and reliably refill SCBA cylinders.
Following a site evaluation, August Industries recommended a Bauer Vertecon SE 18 modular compressor system that best meets the department's operational needs while maximizing available space within the station. The proposed system includes a 6,000 PSI, 18 CFM compressor, three-position containment fill station, four-bank cascade storage system, electronic monitoring and safety features, and a five-year parts and labor warranty.
The purchase also includes shipping, installation, operator training, and the first year of annual maintenance and air quality testing to ensure the system is properly installed, maintained, and compliant with applicable safety standards.
August Industries is an authorized vendor under the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program (Contract No. 798-26), allowing the City to procure the equipment through a competitively awarded cooperative purchasing contract.
Financial Impact:
The total project cost is $70,639.45, which includes the compressor system, shipping, installation, training, tariff surcharge, and the first year of annual service and air testing. Funding is available in the FY 2025-26 Facility Replacement Fund budget.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial