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Board authorizes $45,475.09 to buy powered Stryker ambulance cot
Summary
The Select Board authorized release of $45,475.09 from a fire equipment reserve to purchase a Stryker Power Pro 2 ambulance cot, including extra batteries and extended service; board members discussed product features and vendor practices.
The board authorized release of $45,475.09 from account 4040300-24471 (fire equipment/engine reserve) to purchase a Stryker Power Pro 2 ambulance cot. S5 presented the request and S4 moved authorization with S1 seconding; the motion passed by voice vote.
Committee members questioned whether the cot is fully motorized for transport and discussed pricing. S2 asked, "My $45,000 for a cot, I'm assuming it's not a... the motorized?" and staff clarified the unit provides power up/down to lift patients but is not powered for ground transport. The transcript records a base price cited near $37,000 plus add-ons for batteries and extended service, which together yield the authorized amount. Staff said they obtain a Stryker quote based on established relationships but noted they sought reasonable pricing.
