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Forsyth County EMS seeks $369,492 purchase of turnout gear to replace expired sets
Summary
EMS Chief Andrew Davis requested board authorization to buy 125 sets of turnout gear through a Sourcewell contract with MES Life Safety for $369,491.74, citing that most gear predates 2009 and exceeded the typical 10‑year service life.
Forsyth County Emergency Medical Services asked commissioners on Dec. 1 to authorize purchase of 125 sets of turnout gear from MES Life Safety through a Sourcewell contract for a total of $369,491.74.
EMS Chief Andrew Davis said the majority of the county’s turnout gear was manufactured in 2008–2009 and had reached or passed its recommended 10‑year service life; 58 sets had been purchased more recently with ARPA funds. Commissioners asked whether a replacement schedule or capital plan would prevent future lapses; staff said the manager’s office is now including turnout‑gear replacement in the capital plan to avoid deferment.
The briefing did not include a formal vote; the purchase authorization will be on the Dec. 4 meeting agenda for board action.
