Title/Name/Summary
Purchase of a GEM eL XD Electric Utility Vehicle for the Orland Park Emergency Management Agency
History
The Orland Park Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is responsible for the coordination of emergency management programs. The agency performs standard emergency operations for Village departments and the Orland Fire Protection District when needed.
EMA. does not have a small utility vehicle to use during support operations. The GEM electric utility vehicle fills a critical gap in agile, eco-friendly emergency and preventative response capabilities for the agency. The vehicle will facilitate faster access in pedestrian-heavy or restricted areas during Village events.
The ComEd Powering Safe Communities grant program, administered by the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, provides up to $10,000.00 for projects that enhance public safety and clean transportation initiatives.
An application for the grant has been submitted, and decisions on grant awards will be announced early July 2026. There is a fifteen (15) week lead time for the vehicle, which is expected to be delivered in mid to late May.
Financial Impact
If awarded, grant funds of up to $10,000.00 will be used to offset the purchase price of the vehicle.
Funds in the amount of $45,158.60 are allocated in account 3008040-570200 for this purchase.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve participation in a joint purchasing cooperative and authorize the approval and execution of a vendor contract with MH Equipment of Ottawa, Illinois, via Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative contract #091024-WVE for the purchase of one (1) GEM eL XD electric utility vehicle, for an amount not to exceed $45,158.60;
AND
Authorize the Village Manager to execute all related contracts, subject to the Village Attorney review.