Butler County approves purchase of three ambulances to replace aging fleet

Sep 1, 2026

The Butler County Commission authorized purchase of one Type II van and two Type III box ambulances not to exceed $877,732 to replace high-mileage units; staff said deliveries will span 2027–2028 and will allow older ambulances to move into reserve status.

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Scott Stueven, Emergency Medical Services assistant director, told the Butler County Board of Commissioners the county needs to replace aging ambulances and recommended awarding Emergency Services Supply (Osage Industries) a contract for one Type II (van) ambulance and two Type III (box) ambulances in an amount not to exceed $877,732. “This will allow older units to move to reserve status,” Stueven said, noting one unit is approaching 200,000 miles and another 180,000 miles.

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