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Wayne-Westland CTE seeks $31,930 simulator for William D. Ford EMT class
Summary
Career technical education staff asked the board to approve up to $31,930 from William D. Ford equipment funds to buy a lifelike EMT simulator; the request included a sole-source letter and instructor recommendation. No formal board vote was recorded at the Dec. 5 meeting.
Paula Kovich, speaking for the district’s career technical education program, asked the board to approve purchasing a lifelike emergency medical technician (EMT) simulator for the William D. Ford EMT class, saying the total cost would not exceed $31,930 and that she had included a sole-source letter and a supporting letter from instructor Mr. Buncey.
Kovich described the device as designed to “mimic the psychological responses of a human patient, allowing students to practice essential skills such as CPR, airway management, defibrillation, in a safe and controlled environment.” She said the purchase would be charged to William D. Ford’s equipment allocation of general fund dollars that support CareerTech programs.
Board members asked technical and procurement questions, including whether the simulator’s technology package included internet and phone service. Kovich confirmed connectivity was part of the package and said the school’s instructor was working on implementation details. A board member praised the proposal and the local postsecondary partners that provide follow-up certification and training opportunities for students.
No formal motion or vote on the purchase was recorded at the special meeting. The item was presented to the finance committee as part of the committee’s agenda; staff included the vendor quote, a sole-source letter and the instructor’s endorsement in the meeting packet.
