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Buckhannon seeks bids for fire-department breathing apparatus; replacement estimated at about $250,000
Summary
The City of Buckhannon authorized sealed bids to replace aging SCBA equipment for the Buckhannon Fire Department, noting the apparatus was likely 25 years old and replacement could cost about $250,000; bids are due Aug. 23, 2024.
City Council authorized staff to accept sealed bids to replace the Buckhannon Fire Department's breathing apparatus on Aug. 1, 2024, after members noted the department's current equipment was purchased second-hand and appears to be roughly 25 years old.
Council discussed the cost implications; the meeting packet and discussion describe a replacement expense of about $250,000 and indicate the purchase would require financing. Council approved a motion to request sealed bids and set a submission deadline of Aug. 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in Buckhannon City Hall.
The public bid notice in the packet states a complete bid packet is available at City Hall during business hours and that the city reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Contact information (City Hall, 304-472-1651) and submission instructions were provided in the packet.
Council members who spoke in the packet and during the meeting offered congratulations to newly promoted firefighters and noted rising equipment costs as context for the replacement request. The motion to request bids carried unanimously.
