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07/23/201818-292
07/23/2018
18-292
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Authorizing a Sole Source Agreement to Lease/Purchase Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus in the Amount of
$312,000 with Industrial Protection Services, LLC and Tax-Exempt Leasing Corporation
This order will authorize sole source lease purchase of self-contained breathing apparatus in the amount
of $312,000 with Industrial Protection Services LLC and Tax-Exempt Leasing Corporation. In addition,
this will authorize the City to execute the necessary documents to finance the purchase the 38 units,
cylinders, and masks over a five year period at the rate of 3.79% with Tax-Exempt Leasing Corporation.
For respiratory protection, firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in smoke filled
areas and other toxic environments. Currently the FD has 38 pack units, 76 spare air cylinders, and
personal face masks for each firefighter. The current SCBAs used by the FD are 12 years old and are
ready for replacement.
Scott SCBAs are the primary manufacturer used by Bangor and other Fire Departments in the Bangor
region. The City and other fire departments use the same equipment so that tanks can be serviced and
filled at the same locations. In accordance with NFPA, Scott only warranties SCBAs that are serviced and
filled utilizing Scott equipment, therefore it is important for Bangor to remain with the Scott brand to
ensure continuity with mutual aid partners. Additionally, continuing with Scott SCBAs will also allow for
reuse of some support components, such as rapid intervention packs.
Fire Department staff has worked directly with 3M-Scott Safety and Industrial Protection for special
pricing at the cost of $312,000 with trade allowance for the old units. The FY2019 budget includes
funding for lease purchase payments.
Finance Committee
07/16/2018
Recommend for passage
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New Business
07/23/201818-292
CITY OF BANGOR ORDER
07/23/2018
18-292
Weston
Authorizing a Sole Source Agreement to Lease/Purchase Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus in the Amount of
$312,000 with Industrial Protection Services, LLC and Tax-Exempt Leasing Corporation
WHEREAS, the City's existing Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs) provide respiratory protection for
the City's firefighters; and
WHEREAS, the City's SCBAs are in excess of 12 years and in need of replacement; and
WHEREAS, the City and surrounding communities currently use 3M-Scott Safety units;
Be it Ordered by the City Council of the City of Bangor that, the City purchase 3M-Scott Safety units from
Industrial Protection Services, LLC and that Deborah Cyr, Finance Director is hereby authorized to execute the
necessary documents to finance the purchase in the amount of $312,000 with Tax Exempt Leasing
Corporation over a five year period.
IN CITY COUNCIL
JULY 23, 2018
CO 18-292
PASSED
CIT CLERK