Mccook Fire Department

Mccook Fire Department, located in McCook, Illinois, is a local government entity registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since July 27, 2011, with its registration set to expire on April 18, 2025. As a municipal fire department serving the Village of McCook, the organization focuses on providing critical emergency response and public safety services to its community. The department primarily engages with the federal government through grant awards, specifically targeting firefighter assistance and emergency preparedness programs.

The Mccook Fire Department has consistently secured federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), primarily through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program and Fire Prevention and Safety grants. These awards, ranging from $190,676 to $228,600, have supported the department's efforts to enhance emergency response capabilities by funding critical equipment, vehicles, protective gear, and training. The most recent grant award of $228,600, effective from July 15, 2024 to July 14, 2026, will enable the department to bolster public and firefighter safety from fire and fire-related hazards. Over the past several years, the department has received multiple FEMA grants, totaling over $400,000 since 2019, which have consistently focused on improving emergency response infrastructure, purchasing essential firefighting equipment, and supporting professional development through specialized training programs.