From
Fred Bates, Jr.
Title
Price Agreement for ballistic vests from Angel Armor, Inc., in the annual estimated amount of $112,863 for the first year with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods of $192,396 each, totaling $886,447.00 if all extensions are exercised; and authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal options with aggregate price fluctuations of the lesser of up to $50,000 or 25% of the original maximum price so long as sufficient funding is appropriated by the City Council to satisfy the City's obligation during the renewal terms
Presenter
Steve Dye, Chief of Police / Deputy City Manager, and Ryan Simpson, Support Services Division Manager
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
The City of Grand Prairie has established a Police Department to provide the citizens of Grand Prairie with a first-class public safety response to police emergencies and calls for service based on a Community Policing philosophy. Although the Department remains committed to the professional advancement of the Community Policing philosophy, Staff must also be vigilant and progressive in planning for officer safety initiatives in this rapidly changing climate.
Historically, law enforcement tactics and equipment have gone through several evolutionary changes as a result of shifting trends in police equipment and technology. Ballistic vests are no exception. The vests are worn by all uniformed personnel for the entirety of their shift and are an essential component for officer safety while on duty. It is also important that vests be comfortable and durable in order to withstand the extended periods of use in various and extreme weather conditions.
The selection of Angel Armor was based on several outstanding qualities. First, Angel Armor has a superior reputation across the law enforcement community for providing exceptional ballistic vests and other officer safety products along with excellent customer service. It was also determined tha...
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