Wilson Community College is seeking to purchase a new EMS unit to replace its current 2008 Chevrolet TYPE III EMS unit which has over 180,000 miles and has been out of service since December 2024 due to a breakdown. On February 27, 2024, Chevrolet confirmed that no replacement parts were available to repair the unit. Per North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services (NCOEMS), colleges must provide at least 20 hours of drivers’ education and hands-on training in the driving operation of an EMS Unit (ambulance). The purchase of this unit will allow Wilson Community College to meet NCOEMS regulations by providing hands-on driving training and operational training in the EMS unit in simulated settings. This purchase will address the colleges’ needs to provide the required NCOEMS training and better prepare students for the workforce.
