REPORT TO STADIUM AUTHORITY BOARD
SUBJECT
Title
Action on Agreement with Disaster Response Solutions, Inc. for a Mass Casualty Incident Trailer
Report
BOARD PILLAR
Deliver and Enhance High Quality Efficient Services and Infrastructure
BACKGROUND
On October 8, 2019, the Stadium Authority Board (Board) approved Ordinance No. 2005 amending Chapter 17.30 of the City Code (Stadium Authority Procurement Policy), which rescinded delegation to the Executive Director to enter into agreements without prior Board approval. As of the effective date of the Ordinance (November 8, 2019), all Stadium Authority agreements for services, supplies, materials, and equipment require the approval of the Stadium Authority Board.
The Santa Clara Fire Department ("SCFD") provides emergency medical and fire suppression/prevention services within Santa Clara. Levi's Stadium is one of the primary target hazards located within the jurisdiction. In preparation for potential incidents, SCFD maintains a cache of equipment ready for deployment. As large events are set to resume at Levi's Stadium soon, SCFD is looking to expand this cache of equipment with a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) trailer.
The MCI trailer will be an Operational Area asset used to support critical incidents throughout the region, including earthquakes, wildfires, and other disasters. It can be mobilized quickly to provide life-sustaining treatment for approximately 500 patients while awaiting transportation to field treatment centers or hospitals. The trailer will be a valuable asset due to the population and target hazards in the region. As with all Stadium Authority equipment, the Department will track its usage to ensure proper invoicing and accounting.
Stadium Authority staff follows the competitive procurement requirements outlined under Chapter 2.105 of the City of Santa Clara City Code. As the purchase was anticipated to exceed $100,000, staff conducted a formal bid process.
DISCUSSION
Pursuant to City Code S...
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