Ambulance purchase via stock unit
City of Sault Ste. MarieMichigan- Detected
- Jul 6, 2026
- 120 days ago
- Sector
- Public Safety
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Fire Department was approved up to $350,000 in FY 2026/27 to replace its oldest ambulance and received authorization to bypass a formal bid and purchase a stock or demo ambulance, targeting delivery by year‑end. They are researching available stock units, relying heavily on Sourcewell cooperative contracts and manufacturer build styles that support future remounts. Ambulance OEMs and dealers with Sourcewell‑compatible stock units can approach the Fire Chief and City Manager now with ready‑to‑deliver options under the $350,000 ceiling.
City will waive competitive bidding and allow selection based on evaluation by Fire Chief, ambulance committee, and Acting City Manager, using stock/demo units, often pre‑bid via Sourcewell.
From the meeting
- Meeting date
- July 6, 2026
- Agency
- City of Sault Ste. Marie
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