09/13/2022 Resolutions 2022-252R E S O L U T I O N 2022-252
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Fire Department (GIFD) utilizes self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) to supply safe breathing air to firefighters; and
WHEREAS, the current SCBAs used by the GIFD are over 15 years old and need
replaced; and
WHEREAS, GIFD personnel identified MSA as the preferred manufacturer of SCBAs
based on quality, features, warranty, and service after the sale; and
WHEREAS, the HGAC buying group was utilized to locate a competitive bid;
WHEREAS, MSA Safety Sales LLC of Cranberry Township, PA was the chosen vendor
for the SCBAs, spare bottles, facepieces, and accessories for a total cost of $499,843.20.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, move to approve the purchase of SCBAS, spare bottles,
facepieces, and accessories from MSA Safety Sales LLC of Cranberry Township, PA for a cost of
$499,843.20.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, September 13, 2022.
Roger Steele, Mayor
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form �
September 12, 2022 tt City Attorney