DEPARTMENT
Police
REQUESTED ACTION
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Request approval of the lowest responsible bidder - Police Department, 25ITBC1523198B-RT, Uniforms, Footwear, and Duty Gear in an amount not to exceed $130,000.00 with Smyrna Police Distributors (Smyrna, GA) to provide uniforms, footwear, and duty gear for police personnel to be provided effective upon execution of contract through December 31, 2026, with two renewal options. (APPROVED)
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-373, all competitive sealed bids of more than $100,000 shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREA RELATED TO THIS ITEM
Justice and Safety
COMMISSION DISTRICTS AFFECTED
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUNDThe Police Department requests approval to award a contract with Smyrna Police Distributors to provide uniforms, footwear, and duty gear for police personnel.
Scope of Work: Smyrna Police Distributors will provide uniforms, footwear, and duty gear for police personnel. Smyrna Police Distributors has a local retail facility that can custom fit uniforms and maintains a large inventory of items and can quickly respond to departmental requirements.
Community Impact: A professional police uniform is a reminder to the community of the motto "To Protect and to Serve".
Department Recommendation: The Police Department recommends approval of this item.
Project Implications: Without uniforms, it would be difficult to identify police officers from non-police officers, or to their colleagues who require assistance, and to quickly identify each other in emergency situations for ease of coordination.
Community Issues/Concerns: There are no community issues/concerns.
Department Issues/Concerns: There are no department issues/concerns.
CONTRACT MODIFICATION: This is a new procurement.
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