Jim Lyons

About Jim Lyons

Jim is a nationally recognized expert in fire apparatus design, specification, quality…

Experience

1. Owner

   J. Lyons Fire Consultants, Llc

   Feb 2015 — Present · US

   With more than 30 years in custom fire apparatus design, specification writing, providing quality assurance inspections and conducting in-service training, I formed J. Lyons Fire Consultants out of a need by firefighting agencies and municipal governments who were seeking someone knowledgeable to be an impartial advisor in the areas of fire apparatus design and purchasing. I provide consultation services to fire departments, municipal government agencies and sales companies engaged in purchasing, selling and servicing of fire trucks and equipment.One service I offer is guidance in preparing apparatus specifications that meet the needs of the fire department but allow for multiple bidders, with a goal of attaining the best product for the best price, without favoritism to any one manufacturer. I also advise the client on how to properly qualify, choose and award a purchase to a vendor. It’s an important aspect as fire trucks can coast as much as 1.5 million dollars and the contract shouldn’t be awarded to any manufacturer without being properly vetted. Services offered include:• Collaboratively Coordinate Fire Apparatus Design with Client.• Advise and Incorporate Customer Budgetary Requirements.• Author and Edit Equipment Specification Preparation.• Review and Advise on Manufacturers\' Responsibilities and Obligations.• Assist with Preventative Maintenance/Service Guidance and Planning.• Conduct Vendor Proposal Review.• Conduct Quality Assurance Inspections.• Conduct Used Fire Apparatus Evaluation with a EVT Certified Mechanic.• Equipment Evaluation and Recommendations.• Conduct On-Site Training and Educational Fire Service Programs.Knowledge is attained from all three areas of the industry: 25 years within the municipal fire service, 30 years as a fire apparatus dealer/service advisor and working directly for fire apparatus manufacturer.I am the most experience person you will find, with impeccable credentials and unquestionable credibility.