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Glencoe authorizes replacement public‑safety boat at $104,356 after competitive bids
Summary
Following competitive responses to an RFP, the board authorized purchase of a 2027 Boston Whaler Guardian 190 from Brunswick Commercial and Government Products (not to exceed $104,356) to replace an aging inflatable rescue boat; funding will use general‑fund reserves.
The board approved procurement of a replacement public‑safety boat at the May 21 meeting. Public Safety Director Sean Lan summarized the RFP process: three bids were received, the lowest non‑conforming bid did not meet spec, the high bid was significantly above budget, and the recommended vendor (Brunswick Commercial and Government Products) supplied a compliant 2027 model at $104,356 (exceeding the department’s budget by approximately $14,356). Lan said grant and foundation support had been pursued but did not materialize, and the department will use general‑fund reserves to cover the difference; staff noted the village’s revenue surplus reduced fiscal strain on the purchase.
Trustees approved the purchase by roll call.
