CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MTG   7. (b.          
Meeting Date: 11/02/2022  
LIFEPAK 15 and LUCAS purchase
Submitted For: David Zacherl, Submitted By: David Zacherl, Fire Department
Department: Fire Department

Information
ACTION REQUEST
Authorize the purchase of One (1) LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator and One (1) LUCAS Chest Compression System from Stryker Medical in the amount of $53,989.11.
 
BACKGROUND (Brief Summary)
All current Texas City medic units are equipped with these advanced life-saving devices. Stryker Medical is the sole source provider for LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillators and LUCAS Chest Compression Systems in the U.S. and Canada. LIFEPAK 15's are used to monitor heart rhythm, deliver cardiac shock to restore heart rhythm, monitor vital signs, and send cardiac information to the hospital for pre-arrival decision-making. LUCAS chest compression system provide steady, paced heart rhythms without interruption and enable the paramedic(s) to perform other activities associated with cardiac arrest without interruption of CPR.  
 
RECOMMENDATION
The Fire Chief and EMS Director recommend purchase at this time. 

Fiscal Impact
Funds Available Y/N: Yes
Amount Requested: $53,989.11
Source of Funds: Capital Equipment Replacement Fund
Account #: 602-202-55020
Fiscal Impact:
This proposed medical equipment purchase is funded in the Fy22/23 Annual Budget.

Attachments-N
Resolution
Exhibit A