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Subject: Communication from the Interim Chief of Police requesting to discuss the waiver of formal bidding and the Purchasing Agent negotiate sole-source procurement with Streicher's for the purchase of ninety-five (95) compliant vests. (Res. 11-2634)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 6-27-11: Formal bidding procedures be waived and the Purchasing Agent be authorized and directed to purchase ninety-five (95) Second Chance MN01 (body armor) NIJ 0101.06 compliant vests from Streichers with the stipulation that the vests be competitively priced.
Fiscal Note: $60,000 is the total cost for the vests. There is sufficient funds in account # 101.311.5430 Equipment and Furniture under $5,000.