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Discussion and Possible Approval of General Services Agreement No. AGR24-960 with WestNet Inc. for Fire Station Alerting System in the Amount Not To Exceed $474,013.66
Recommended Action
I move that Council approve the Contract for General Services, AGR24-960 with WestNet for the Fire Station Alerting System in the Amount Not To Exceed $474,013.66 plus applicable Gross Receipts Tax.
County Manager's Recommendation
The County Manager recommends that Council approve the service contract as presented.
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Westnet's First-In Fire Station Alerting System offers a comprehensive solution for fire personnel, employing strategically placed remote alerting modules throughout the fire station. This system ensures rapid, secure, and technologically advanced notifications during emergencies. With its modular design, the First-In Fire Station Alerting System provides public safety agencies with affordable equipment options, ranging from basic alerting functions to maximum alerting capability, granting full control over the fire station. The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has already implemented the First-In system at Fire Station 3 in White Rock and the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has plans for the deployment of the Fire-In Alerting system across all LANL owned fire stations. This staff report discusses the proposed enhancements for Fire Station 3, scalable core components for future stations, the integration of the Fire Station Alerting System with the LAC Dispatch Center, and the potential positive impact on firefighter stress levels.
Fire Station Enhancements:
As part of the proposed quote, Fire Station 3 will receive upgraded equipment, ensuring improved functionality and performance. These enhancements will enable firefighters and EMS personnel to receive alerts promptly, enhancing their response time and overall efficiency.
Scalable Components and Cost Reduction:
To optimize cost efficiency, the remaining fire stations will be equipped with s...
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