Natick MA FD seeks new portable radios

[agent yo'range]

Total Capital Cost: Request description: $475,000 Department: Type:
Timeline: Fire Other 07/01/2027 to 07/01/2027 The Fire Department is
requesting funding for the replacement of the department's inventory
of portable radios. The radios are used by the department every day
and used to communicate with each other, other agencies, and dispatch
during emergency response. The radios have a expected lifespan of 10
years and will be up for replacement in FY29. There is currently a
1-year wait for the devices to come in, which is why we are requesting
the ability to place the order in FY28. The current radios are in the
last year of their support from the manufacturer and as they continue
to age, will become more difficult to repair and maintain. They will
eventually not be able to be repaired as the manufacturer discontinues
parts and service, which typically happens around the 7-year mark.
These devices are exposed to the harsh environments in which
firefighters operate in and are a vital piece of safety equipment. The
price is an estimated price as we are still working with manufacturers
to obtain more precise price quotes. Projected Funding by Year FY2028
Total $475,000 $475,000

from https://www.natickma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/18904/CIP-FY2026---2030