Title
Guest Speaker Services - Lionel Crowther (Ordinance S-48255)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a five-year contract with Lionel Crowther for the provision of Guest Speaker Services for the Fire Department’s Training Academy Section. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $22,500. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
Lionel Crowther is a Lieutenant/Acting Captain from Winnipeg Fire Department and an International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Fire Ground Survival Master Instructor. In 2007, Lionel’s life changed when his crew was involved in an incident that resulted in the loss of two captains; Lionel sustained burns to 70 percent of his body.
Mr. Crowther will speak on the topic of this incident with the Phoenix Fire Department recruit academy classes as requested and available.
During his presentation, Lionel discusses in great detail the tragic incident, challenges and triumphs he and his family have overcome, and focuses on firefighter survival, prevention and preparation for mayday incidents, and helping surviving firefighters that may have suffered burns in the line of duty.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, normal competition was waived, citing a determination memo - without competition.
Contract Term
The five-year contract term will begin on or about January 5, 2022.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $22,500; funds are available in the Fire Department’s budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Fire Department.