Title
Centennial Park Aquatic Center - Lifeguard Staff Uniforms & Equipment
History
In preparation for the 2012 pool season, staff has obtained quotes from several vendors for the purchase of lifeguard uniforms and equipment.
Requests for proposals were sought for seven (7) different types of lifeguard uniforms/supply items. Seven (7) companies provided proposals. After review of the proposals, staff recommends accepting the lowest quote for each item, except the lanyards, as follows:
Recreonics for item #3 (female board shorts), for a total cost of $408.58.
The Lifeguard Store for items #1 (female suits), (#2 (male suits), #4 (seal easy kit w/valve), #5 (whistle w/mouth guard), #6 (break-away lanyards), and #7 (hip packs) at a total cost of $7,774.50. The exception for lanyards: The recommended lanyard is .37 cents more than the lowest quote and .25 cents more than another quote; however the recommended lanyards have preferred features for the guard staff and match those used the last few years. Total lanyard expense is $74.00 more than the lowest quoted lanyards.
On March 5, 2012, this item was reviewed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Committee and referred to the Board for approval.
Financial Impact
These items have been budgeted for and costs will come out of the $16,000.00 budget from account 283-4005-460190 (uniforms & equipment).
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the proposals for lifeguard uniforms and equipment from the following vendors:
Recreonics for item #3 (female board shorts), for a total cost of $408.58.
The Lifeguard Store for items #1 (female suits), #2 (male suits), #4 (seal easy kit w/valve), #5 (whistle w/mouth guard), #6 (break-away lanyards), and #7 (hip packs) at a total cost of $7,774.50.