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FAQ-Vehicle Acquisition

If we apply for a vehicle, may travel costs for visits to the manufacturer to inspect a piece of fire apparatus be included in our request?
Yes. Travel costs may be included in your request and should be added to your budget by clicking on "Add Additional Funding" on the Request Details screen on the automated application and entering your costs on the "travel" line. If you're filling out a paper application, add the costs to the total budget under "travel". In either case, you must explain the costs in your narrative.

If we apply for a vehicle, may we include the equipment to supply it?
Yes. The equipment that is included in NFPA 1901 is considered an eligible request. For EMS transport vehicles, the minimum equipment required by the applicants state Emergency Medical Services is considered an eligible request. All costs should be explained in the narrative portion of your application.

Are transportation expenses, including a tow vehicle, covered?
Tow vehicles for fire prevention programs and the like may be eligible as a transportation expense if adequately justified in the proposal, but such transportation expenses will be limited to $6,000 per year.

Is a tractor-trailer considered a single vehicle or is the tractor a separate unit, and can we request a tow vehicle for our fire safety trailer?
They can be considered either as a single unit or the combination of a tractor and trailer may also be considered as a single unit depending upon local need and the ability to justify the request. However, no more than $6,000 per year can be expended for the procurement of the tractor.