TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Ronald L. Martin, Fire Chief
THROUGH: Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM, City Manager
DATE: November 17, 2026
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APPROVAL OF 5 YEAR CONTRACT WITH ONE BLOOD, INC. FOR THE SOURCING OF BLOOD PRODUCTS TO SUPPORT THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BLOOD TRANSFUSION PROGRAM
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Recommended Action:
Recommendation
Staff recommend that the commission approve the contract with One Blood, Inc. as the sole source of whole blood in the southeast region of the state. This will facilitate efficient, life-saving treatment for the citizens and visitors of the City.
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Background:
As a provider of emergency medical services, the Fire Rescue Department makes every attempt to institute evidence based, updated treatment modalities for the citizens and visitors of the City. Blood transfusions for the hemodynamically unstable trauma patient have transformed prehospital care in the last five years. Research has proven that it saves lives for both trauma and medical hemorrhagic shock. Based on these findings, the EMS Division has endeavored to start a blood transfusion program. EMS supervisors will be able to carry the blood straight to the scene and initiate blood transfusions on the way to the trauma center, averting imminent, irreversible shock.
City Attorney Review:
Approved as to form and legal sufficiency.
Funding Source/Financial Impact:
001-22-150-526.52-15
Timing of Request:
Agreement will take effect upon approval of the City Commission