To: Board of Directors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: Peterson CAT Generator - Communications Center Remodel
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a purchase agreement with Peterson Power Systems for a Caterpillar C13 PG 400kW Standby Generator set to not exceed $270,000. This purchase will be made through the Fire District's participation in the Sourcewell cooperative procurement program, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Sourcewell Electrical Energy Power Generation Equipment Contract.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted: 100% EMS Transport Fund.
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa Fire Protection District is embarking on a major project to upgrade Contra Costa Regional Fire Communications Center at 2010 Geary Road in Pleasant Hill. This construction project was awarded separately, and the construction is in progress.
The communications center is vital in coordinating incoming 911 calls to gather information to appropriately dispatch fire and emergency medical services. The coordination and communication among first responders are critical to the safety of staff and the public. The new facility will house advanced technology and equipment necessary for effective dispatch operations. Additionally, the new facility will provide additional dispatcher seating positions, increasing our capacity for increasing demand for services.
A reliable backup power source is essential for maintaining the continuous operation of the communications center during power outages-whether caused by severe weather, equipment failure, or other unforeseen events. An emergency generator is also required for the District's certification as an accredited dispatch center.
Understanding that this type of equipment has long lead times, the Fire District attempted to get ahead by conducting a request for pro...
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