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Commission authorizes $1.11 million purchase of new fire engine to replace aging apparatus
Summary
Lighthouse Point voted unanimously to waive the bid process and authorize purchase of a Pierce fire engine through Sourcewell (contract 1130121) at an estimated cost of $1,112,561.11; lead time is about 35 months and staff will reserve funds over three years.
The City Commission unanimously approved waiving competitive bidding and authorized purchase of a replacement fire engine through the Sourcewell cooperative contract (1130121) at a cost the fire chief listed as $1,112,561.11.
Fire Chief Leach told commissioners the city’s frontline engine has reached the end of its useful service life and that market conditions and long manufacturer lead times (around 35 months) make a Sourcewell purchase appropriate. The chief said the department has limited reserve apparatus and that extended out‑of‑service time would hamper operations. Commissioners asked about budget timing and contract terms; staff said a $400,000 reserve will be budgeted annually so the cost will be spread over three years rather than paid in a single fiscal year.
The motion to waive the bid process and authorize the purchase passed 5–0. City staff said the current truck has estimated residual value (~$75,000) and will be sold at auction when replaced.
