Fire Training Facility Funding Agreement (ARPA)

This contract is a funding agreement between Pinellas County and St. Petersburg College for the improvement of the Fire and EMS Training Center. The county will reimburse the college up to $1,500,000 for repairs and improvements, including replacing and repairing items such as the standpipe and sprinkler piping, burn doors, and fire simulator. The college will be responsible for procuring the necessary services and materials, and the county will review and approve the procurement methods and chosen vendors. The contract also includes provisions for equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and compliance with federal laws and regulations. Key aspects of the contract include: • The county will fund the college up to $1,500,000 for repairs and improvements • The college will replace, repair, or pay to have repaired various items at the Fire and EMS Training Center • The contract includes provisions for equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and compliance with federal laws and regulations • The college will procure the necessary services and materials, and the county will review and approve the procurement methods and chosen vendors • The contract term is from March 26, 2024, to December 31, 2026, with the option to extend for an additional 12 months.