SUBJECT
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Consideration to award a service contract with sole source vendor, Life Extension Clinics, Inc dba Life Scan Wellness Centers to perform NFPA physicals, lab testing, cancer screening, and cardio/fitness exams to all City of Laredo firefighters, in the amount not to exceed $326,926.00 Funding is through the FEMA, Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) grant accepted in November 2025. Funding is available in the Special Fire Grants Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
FEMA AFG Grant was accepted by Council on 11/3/2025.
BACKGROUND
FEMA- Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program, FY 2025-2026 General Fund Budget increasing revenues and expenses in the amount of $327,560. The funds will be used to provide National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) approved physicals, laboratory testing, comprehensive cancer screenings, and cardiovascular and fitness exams for all firefighters. The grant performance period is September 30, 2025 to September 29, 2027. Funding will be available in the Special Fire Grants Fund.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends approval of this item.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: AFG Grant Funds
Account #: 260-2487-523-5551
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Special Fire Grants 260-2487-523-5551