Title
Maintenance Contract for Gainesville Fire Rescue's Cardiac Monitor Defibrillators (NB)
This item requests that the City Commission authorize the City Manager to enter into a five-year contract with Zoll Medical Corporation to provide equipment maintenance for Gainesville Fire Rescue's cardiac monitor defibrillators.
Explanation
Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) provides Advanced Life Support (ALS) services to the citizens and guests of our community. One of the key pieces of equipment used to deliver ALS services is the multi-function cardiac monitor defibrillator which is equipped with electronic capnography, transthoracic pacing, non-invasive blood pressure measuring, and pulse oximetry. Due to the unique aspects of this technology, it is in the best interest of delivering quality patient services and ensuring equipment readiness to engage in a maintenance contract directly with the manufacturer (Zoll Medical Corporation) to keep GFR's 14 defibrillation units functioning correctly. GFR has experienced five years of service with this company and we have been completely satisfied to date. Through execution of a multi-year contract the vendor can provide a substantial discount. This agreement will cover the units through their remaining normal technological lifespan.
Fiscal Note
Funds in the amount of $70,442.50 to be paid over a three year period are identified within the department's budget for this expenditure.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into a contract with Zoll Medical Corporation, subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality.
Alternative Recommendation A: The City not enter into a contract resulting in the exploration of alternative means for maintaining this specialized medical equipment.