A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MARGATE, FLORIDA, APPROVING ACQUISITION OF A 2026 WHEELED COACH FREIGHTLINER TYPE 1 RESCUE ON 2026 FREIGHTLINER M2 FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM MATHENY MOTOR TRUCK COMPANY, WITH PRICING PER THE FLORIDA SHERIFF’S ASSOCIATION BID NO. FSA25-VEF19.0; PROVIDING FOR WAIVING OF BIDDING FOR CUSTOM BUILD-OUT AS STANDARDIZATION TO MATCH EXISTING UNITS; NOT TO EXCEED $464,472.27; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. — Background — Regular City Commission Meeting (2026-04-15)

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This is a technical specification document for ambulance vehicles from the Florida Sheriffs Association Cooperative Purchasing Program (FSA25-VEF19. 0). It establishes minimum requirements for fire and rescue vehicle procurement, including engine specifications (diesel with 6-cylinder minimum), transmission, suspension, performance features (power steering, anti-lock brakes), comfort items (air conditioning, power locks/windows), safety equipment (air bags, emergency lights), and warranty coverage (1-year parts warranty, 5-10 year paint and structural warranties)...