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Cooper City seeks to put delayed rescue vehicle in service while negotiating vendor dispute
Summary
City officials plan to complete final inspections and put a delayed rescue apparatus into service as soon as possible while preserving the city's right to seek contract remedies over late delivery and additional charges.
City officials told the Cooper City Commission they expect to complete final inspection and take delivery of a new rescue apparatus by Sept. 19 and to put the vehicle into service after final equipment mounting and inspection. Commissioners pressed staff about delayed delivery, contract performance, and whether the city should seek a discount for late delivery and alleged unapproved modifications.
Key points from the update - Fire-Rescue Chief and fleet staff reported that the apparatus is nearing completion at the manufacturer; outstanding items included wiring, programming emergency lights, installation of a shift-interrupt switch, and some vendor-supplied parts. Freightliner was expected to support installation and to attend for final work. - The…
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