Fiscal Note
The proposed resolution authorizes a one-time, non-competitive service contract for paramedic training services from the Madison Area Technical College. The $85,080 estimated cost is included in the Madison Fire Department’s 2024 operating budget and will be included in the Department's 2025 operating budget request. No additional city appropriation is required at this time.
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Authorizing a non-competitive service contract between the Madison Area Technical College and the City of Madison Fire Department for the provision of paramedic training, 2024-2025 cohort. (Citywide)
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WHEREAS, the Madison Fire Department (MFD) has sent MFD firefighter-EMTs to Madison Area Technical College (MATC) for paramedic training for the past seven years;
WHEREAS, the 2024-2025 cohort includes ten students with tuition and fees approximating $8,508 per student, totaling an estimated $85,080;
WHEREAS, MGO 4.26 requires Common Council approval of service contracts of $50,000 or more if the contractor was not selected through a competitive selection process;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to sign a non-competitive service contract with the Madison Area Technical College for paramedic training services for the 2024-2025 cohort, up to $85,080.