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Commissioners authorize bids for 14 sets of bunker gear; AFG grant pending
Summary
The board authorized staff to go out to bid for 14 sets of bunker gear (approximately 2 per station), estimating about $70,000, while the department awaits a possible Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application outcome for 70 sets.
County emergency services requested permission to solicit bids for 14 sets of bunker gear — two sets for each fire station — and the board authorized staff to proceed with bidding.
A presenter identified as Michael told commissioners the estimated high‑end cost for 14 sets was about $70,000 and requested permission to go to bid. He also said the department has submitted an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) request for 70 sets and that award announcements would likely arrive in a few months. "We have a grant that is out right now, the AFG grant, where we've requested 70 sets. Probably won't hear back for that grant for probably another few months," Michael said.
Commissioners noted that even if the AFG award is received, the county would still have needs and supported moving ahead to obtain bids for the 14 sets so short‑term requirements can be met. A commissioner confirmed the purchase aligns with the capital improvements plan and authorized staff to issue the bid solicitation.
The action recorded in the meeting was administrative approval for procurement solicitation; no purchase contract award was recorded during the meeting. The department will evaluate bids when returned and notify the board of any award.
