SUBJECT: Approval to Procure One (1) Cardiac Monitor and Related Accessories for the Fire Department and Utilize a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (Sourcewell Contract #041823-STY), in an Amount not to Exceed $60,000 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving the Fire Department’s request to procure one (1) new LIFEPAK 35 (LP35) Cardiac Monitor and related accessories from Stryker for placement on Truck 51 utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract #041823-STY in an amount not to exceed $60,000 and waive the competitive bidding process pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving to waive the competitive bidding requirements as stated in Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code due to cooperative purchasing; and, B. Approving the use of Sourcewell Contract #041823-STY; and, C. Authorizing the purchase of one (1) new cardiac monitor (LIFEPAK 35) and related accessories from Stryker for placement on Truck 51 in an amount not to exceed $60,000; and, D. Authorizing issuance of the Purchase Order and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents.

Committee

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

Requested by

Fire Department

Introduced

September 11, 2026

On agenda

October 5, 2026

Passed

October 5, 2026

Where it was heard

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority Oct 5, 2026 approved Pass

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