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Committee discusses future truck purchase; vendor US Pump offered to beat state contract prices

3157307 · April 29, 2025
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Summary

Committee members said when the department decides to purchase a truck they will go out to bid, compare offers with the chiefs, and consider local vendors. The owner of US Pump told members he would beat state contract prices prior to August 1, and a facility visit was being arranged for May.

Committee members discussed procurement plans for a future vehicle purchase for Kentwood Fire. The discussion noted the department will publicly solicit bids when it is ready, that bids will be reviewed alongside department chiefs to ensure comparability, and that the committee will select the preferred offer after review.

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