TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: Tom Kisela, City Manager
FROM: Adam Jevec, Chief of Police
1. SUBJECT
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Authorize purchase of police uniforms and external load-bearing vests from Galls, LLC and BPS Tactical, Inc.
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2. SUMMARY
Purchase of department-wide law enforcement uniforms and external load-bearing vests in the amount of $210,000 through a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement, Master Agreement No. 106-498488 and 106-498336. This procurement will enhance officer safety, ensure uniformity, and streamline operations. The total amount of $210,000 includes uniforms, silk screen printing, and vest costs of $190,909, plus a 10% contingency of $19,091.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
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1. Approve the purchase of uniforms from Galls, LLC for $83,956, representing a uniform cost of $76,324, plus a 10% contingency of $7,632.
2. Approve the purchase of external load-bearing vests from BPS Tactical, Inc. for $116,688, representing a vest cost of $106,080, plus a 10% contingency of $10,608.
3. Authorize the appropriation of $210,000 from AB3229-COPS/State - Supplemental Law Enforcement Services (354) unreserved fund balance to:
354.4011.53030.00000 Uniforms & Other Clothing
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4. FISCAL IMPACT
The expense for this purchase is $210,000 and will be funded through AB3229-COPS/State - Supplemental Law Enforcement Services (354):
354.4011.53030.00000 Uniforms & Other Clothing
5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
Goal 1: Maintain Strong Emergency and Safety Services
6. DISCUSSION AND BACKGROUND
The Orange Police Department has identified the need to standardize and streamline department-wide uniforms and external load-bearing vests to improve functionality, officer safety, professional appearance, and long-term cost efficiency. The current variety in uniform items across shifts and assignments creates logistical and operational inefficiencies.
To address these concerns, staff conducted a needs assessment and consulted with unif...
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