REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRIAN BARR, Director
General Services Department
BY: MIGUEL RAMIREZ, Senior Management Analyst
General Services Department
SUBJECT
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Approve the award of a purchase contract to Lenco Armored Vehicles of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, for the purchase of one Lenco BearCat armored tactical vehicle in the amount of $398,765 for the Police Department
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Council approve the award of a purchase contract to Lenco Armored Vehicles of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, for the purchase of one Lenco BearCat armored tactical vehicle in the amount of $398,765 for the Police Department.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Fresno Police Department is requesting approval to purchase one Lenco BearCat armored tactical vehicle as a replacement. The new unit will mobilize SWAT personnel to and from critical incidents, assist with the recovery and protection of civilians during active threats, and breach doors when there is an armed barricaded suspect. The new unit will be purchased through a competitively solicited cooperative procurement process administered by Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) and will be funded by the adopted FY2024 budget.
BACKGROUND
With an emphasis on community partnerships, the Police Department is responsible for daily policing operations within the city of Fresno. The overall goal of the Police Department is to maintain the highest level of service while keeping our community safe. To accomplish this goal, officers utilize marked patrol units, undercover units, and specialty support equipment. This specialty equipment includes SWAT vehicles, off-road equipment, trucks, and trailers. The new BearCat will be used as an armored tactical vehicle designed to transport SWAT personnel and provide protection from a variety of firearms and explosives.
This new armored tactical vehicle will respond to emergencies such as hostage situations, barricaded armed subjects, and sniper situations...
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