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South Pasadena reviews three quotes for high‑water response vehicle; staff recommends customizable LMTV option
Summary
City staff reviewed three vendor quotes for a high‑water response vehicle that would carry an inflatable boat and traverse flooded streets. Commissioners signaled support for pursuing a more fully upfitted late‑model military truck and asked staff to return with procurement language and a not‑to‑exceed budget.
City Commission members in South Pasadena discussed plans to procure a specialized high‑water vehicle to support rescues and boat launches during future storm events.
At an administrative workshop, staff summarized three vendor proposals for vehicles designed to operate in standing floodwater and transport an inflatable rescue boat. The vendors and selected quoted totals discussed were an option from Boyce (older 900‑series platform with more limited upfits), a Memphis Equipment LMTV quote at about $49,800 with the requested options, and a Midwest Military Vehicles option that included more extensive upfitting at about $63,475. Staff said the vehicles would allow the city to traverse roughly 3 feet of water and launch a boat from the rear.
Staff and commissioners focused discussion on maintenance and parts availability for older platforms, delivery timing (estimated at about six months), included warranties and the need for upfitting such as steps, lighting and paint to match the city fleet. Staff noted differences in vendors’ high‑water packages: Memphis’s option primarily raised air intake and exhaust; Midwest’s package raised fuel tanks and batteries and included additional work that raised its cost. One vendor quote referenced a smaller bundle of options listed at about $5,400, which staff described as a partial‑option total rather than a complete turnkey solution.
Commissioners asked about storage at the city's new station, vehicle training and whether on‑staff mechanics could maintain used parts. Staff said the vehicle could fit behind the reserve rescue apparatus at the new station and that training and placement in pre‑season drills were part of the intended plan.
On budget, staff recommended flexibility to secure the most appropriate vehicle and suggested an upper budget to cover the selected package. Commissioners signaled support for pursuing the more fully upfitted late‑model option and for staff to return with procurement documents, a proposed funding source and a recommended not‑to‑exceed amount for formal approval. No formal purchase was approved during the workshop; commissioners requested a follow‑up item with exact contract language, the final vendor selection and any required budget amendment.
The administrative workshop discussion closed with staff directed to refine requirements, confirm included options and warranty terms, and report back with a recommended procurement path and exact cost estimates.
