Title
Leather Bunker Boots - National Purchasing Partners (NPP) - PS16004 (Ordinance S-45296)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to access the National Purchasing Partners (NPP) cooperative contract (PS16004) with HAIX, North American, Inc., and United Fire Equipment the local distributor for the purchase of leather bunker boots. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $500,000.
Report
Summary
The leather bunker boots protect firefighters from toxic and dangerous chemical while responding to calls for service. The Fire Department supplies leather bunker boots to firefighters as part of their personal protective equipment (PPE) worn on-call or in training. The supply of leather bunker boots will ensure that the Fire Department has adequate stock for use in their inventory. This equipment is a critical part of the Fire Department's efforts to provide the life safety services to the public.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, a participating agreement is required when the City uses a cooperative agreement from another public agency. The contract was awarded through a competitive process consistent with the City's procurement processes, as set forth in the Phoenix City Code, chapter 43. The NPP contract covers the purchase of leather bunker boots and was awarded May 13, 2016. The use of this cooperative contract will provide the City national discounts on these products.
Contract Term
The contract term will be effective through Dec. 31, 2023.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $500,000. Funds are available in the Fire Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Fire Department.