To: Board of Supervisors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: Fire Station 15 Extractor
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Acting as the governing board of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent to execute, on behalf of the Fire Chief, a purchase order with Western State Design, in an amount not to exceed $25,000, for the acquisition, installation, and maintenance of an extractor appliance.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted. 100% CCCFPD General Operating Fund.
BACKGROUND:
When responding to calls and extinguishing fires, firefighters' turnout gear can become contaminated with carcinogenic materials, toxic chemicals, and other hazardous substances. A turnout gear extractor is essential for effectively cleaning and decontaminating this gear, ensuring the removal of carcinogens and other toxic particles.
The proposed extractor from Western State Design will be appropriately sized and outfitted to enhance efficiency, allowing for the simultaneous washing of multiple sets of gear. Regular cleaning using this extractor will help reduce fabric damage and maintain the gear's effectiveness, thereby ensuring our firefighters' safety and health.
This purchase agreement includes indemnity and a limitation of liability of the vendor.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this request is not approved, firefighting personnel stationed at Fire Station 15 will not have the proper technology to remove contaminants and other cancer-causing substances from their personal protective equipment.