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Fire District No. 1 board approves $118,887 Ford fire-response vehicle
Summary
Sedgwick County Fire District No. 1 accepted a Ford bid for a 4x4 utility-bed fire-response truck at $118,887 to support field response and on-scene repairs; district staff said the existing vehicle is worn and delivery lead time could be 8–9 months if not ordered now.
During a recess of the county board, the Board of Bids and Contracts for Sedgwick County Fire District No. 1 considered a sole fire-district item and approved a bid award to Ford Incorporated for a current-model 4x4 utility-bed fire response truck at $118,887.
Brian Ritchie of the fire district described the truck as used daily to respond to fire events, perform field mechanical repairs and provide on-scene support; he said the current vehicle is worn and that ordering early improves the chance of a 2025 delivery because manufacturer schedules fill up. The board moved to accept the Ford bid, seconded and approved the purchase.
