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Board approves Sudfin purchase of tiller ladder truck after heavy‑rescue sale offsets cost
Summary
Using Sourcewell cooperative purchasing, the board approved acquisition of a tiller ladder truck from Sudfin Corporation (Sourcewell #113021) for an amount recorded as $2,000,700; city council previously approved funds on Jan. 5, 2026. Staff noted proceeds from sale of a heavy rescue unit (over $800,000) offset part of the cost.
The Elkhart City Board of Public Safety on Jan. 13 authorized the purchase of a tiller ladder truck from Sudfin Corporation using Sourcewell cooperative purchasing (No. 113021). Staff said the Elkhart City Council approved funding for the purchase on Jan. 5, 2026.
Presenters said the department will schedule training and drive practice for crews on the new apparatus. Board members noted the city had sold a heavy rescue unit for more than $800,000, which helped offset the capital outlay. During the meeting, the purchase amount was stated as $2,000,700 and a motion to approve that purchase using Sourcewell procurement language was made, seconded and approved by the board.
What comes next: staff will finalize purchase paperwork and schedule training for department personnel once the vendor contract is executed.
