To: Martin L. Cousineau, Finance Committee Chairperson
From: Sheriff Christopher R. Swanson
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RE: Approval of a blanket purchase order to Bound Tree Medical for the fiscal year ending 2026, in an amount of $152,000.00, to provide for the purchase of medical supplies; the cost of this purchase order will be paid from the accounts listed
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BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
The Genesee County Office of the Sheriff is requesting the approval of a Purchase Order to Bound Tree Medical for the fiscal year ending 2026, in the amount of $152,000.00 to provide for the purchase of medical supplies to be paid from accounts: 2110-313.00-764.000 ($130,000.00); 1010-351.00-752.000 ($22,000.00) (as has been approved by Fiscal)
BACKGROUND:
The vendor has been an EMS partner for over 45 years, understanding EMS unique needs and providing the right products, services and support to best meet the needs. It is crucial for public safety that the Sherrif's Office Paramedic Division continue to purchase medical supplies from this trusted vendor who provides competitive pricing and savings.
DISCUSSION:
Bound Tree Medical's EMS Advocacy: We have been working directly with congressional offices throughout the country in coordination with the NAEMT and AAA. In addition, we have been meeting regularly with different divisions within the FDA to keep them informed and get their assistance in addressing shortages of critical medical supplies and pharmaceuticals needed by EMS First Responders. Finally, in partnership with the Healthcare Industry Distributors Association, we are advocating for priority treatment of medical supplies through US ports and transportation hubs by creating a "Fast Pass" system to insure timely receipt to EMS agencies.
IMPACT ON HUMAN RESOURCES:
N/A
IMPACT ON BUDGET:
$152,000.00 total to be expended from the following accounts: : 2110-313.00-764.000 (Medics) ($130,000.00); 1010-351.00-752.000 (Jail/Corrections Other) ($22,000.00)
IMPACT ON FACILITIES:...
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