Springfield police officers have been forced to drive older vehicles due to supply chain constraints leading to the city's 2021 order of new police vehicles being canceled.
This acquisition brings the Houston Fire Department's total number of Spartan Emergency Vehicle pumpers to 58, which brings it closer to the current administration’s goal of standardization.
The key to reducing asset variability is to involve user groups early on and to gain their buy-in by framing the asset simplification discussion as ways to enhance user productivity and safety, and creating cost efficiencies that contribute to P&L objectives.
Lance Hopper strives to make fleet life easier and safer for his staff and departments.
In part 1 of this four-part series on the cost impact of procurement, we look at how the City of Detroit significantly reduced expenses by changing the way it purchases vehicles.
The Oklahoma City Fire Department has added 20 fire engines to its fleet. The trucks feature different interior configurations, but the agency hopes to benefit from two standardized engines.
The Redmond (Wash.) Fire Department has standardized its fleet with 100% Pierce apparatus after adding two Pierce Velocity pumpers and a 100-foot aerial platform into service.
The Harris County (Texas) Emergency Services District No. 9 has purchased 10 Pierce Quantum apparatus. The purchase includes six pumpers, two 105-foot heavy-duty aerial ladders, and two 100-foot aerial platforms.
Some fleets have been able to save on parts, increase efficiency, and target their technician training by standardizing vehicles. Fleet managers share their experiences and a few best practices.
The City of San Diego and Torrey Pines Golf Course have finalized an exclusive 12-year equipment and tournament support agreement with The Toro Company. The multi-year agreement is capped at $14 million.
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