Title/Name/Summary
Storz Nozzle Conversion Program - Material Purchase
History
In 2021, a Village-wide fire hydrant conversion program was established for replacing standard pumper nozzle hookups with Storz nozzles. Utilization of Storz nozzles expedite fire department response times. Rather than threading on an adapter plate (risking cross threading) the Storz allows for a fast “quarter-turn” connection. Quick-connect couplings save considerable amount of time for firefighters when they are connecting hose fittings, and this might further save their lives and the lives of Orland Park residents in case of an emergency.
Conversions began primarily in recent water main replacement subdivisions. Utilities staff have had discussions with Orland Fire Protection District leadership prior to starting any of this work, and they are very happy to see our support to help expedite emergency response. We have also worked with the Engineering Department to change the hydrant code to have any new development areas to provide new hydrants with Storz as standard.
The Village currently has approximately 4,907 hydrants on our water system. While the goal is for all hydrants to have a Storz connection, staff are concentrating on commercial and industrial areas first. To date, two hundred and eighty-one (281) Storz Nozzle conversions have been successfully completed. This purchase will allow for one hundred fifty (150) hydrants to be converted in 2024, and bring 10.8% of hydrants to this standard.
EJ USA is the supplier of Village of Orland Park Fire Hydrants, hardware, and replacement parts. The 2024 budget line item is $60,000.00 for the conversion program and pricing is at budget.
Financial Impact
Funds are available in account 5008150 - 461850.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the purchase of Storz Nozzles for the FY24 Pumper Nozzle Conversion Program from EJ USA for a total amount not to exceed $60,000.00;
AND
Authorize the Village Manager to execute a...
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