CouncilTrac · Matter
What this is
The council is asked to approve buying one Pierce Custom Velocity Platform 100-foot mid-mount aerial fire apparatus from Siddons-Martin Emergency Group for $1,874,699. The purchase would be made through a cooperative contract with the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments, which allows the city to use pre-negotiated pricing.
Why it matters
A new aerial fire truck expands the Fire Department's ability to fight high-rise and large-structure fires, directly affecting how quickly and safely crews can respond to major emergencies in Richardson.
Council action
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented
Moved by Ken Hutchenrider. Seconded by Jennifer Justice.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 10, 2026 Agenda posted — October 31, 2022 meeting
- October 31, 2022 Vote taken — October 31, 2022 meeting · Approved 7-0
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — October 31, 2022
Authorize issuance of a purchase order to Siddons-Martin Emergency Group for one aerial fire apparatus
Official agenda language
CONSIDER AWARD OF BID #03-23 – WE REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER TO SIDDONS-MARTIN EMERGENCY GROUP FOR THE COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) PIERCE CUSTOM VELOCITY PLATFORM 100’ MID-MOUNT FIRE APPARATUS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT THROUGH THE HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (“HGAC”) CONTRACT #FS12-19 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,874,699.
Documents
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