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<br /> <br /> <br /> REQUEST FOR <br /> <br /> COUNCIL ACTION <br /> <br /> CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: <br /> <br /> APRIL 1, 2013 <br /> TITLE: APPROVED <br /> ? As Recommended <br /> CONTRACT RENEWAL ? As Amended <br /> Ordinance on 1" <br /> WITH GALLS, LLC AND El Ordinance on 2"d Reading <br /> ng <br /> QUARTERMASTER ? Implementing Resolution <br /> FOR BODY ARMOR VESTS ? Set Public Hearing For <br /> (SPEC NO.11-007) <br /> CONTINUED TO <br /> FILE NUMBER <br /> Y MANAGER <br /> RECOMMENDED ACTION <br /> <br /> Renew the contract with Galls, LLC and Quartermaster for the purchase of body armor vests for a <br /> one-year period in an annual amount not to exceed $50,000. <br /> <br /> DISCUSSION <br /> <br /> Police Officers are required to wear body armor (ballistic) vests for protection and safety while <br /> performing their field duties. These concealable ballistic vests have a warranty and life expectancy of <br /> five years. This contract allows the Police Department to keep 300 officers outfitted in a National <br /> Institute of Justice (NIJ) Standard 0101.06 Ballistic-Resistant Armor Level II vest at all times; abiding <br /> by the warranty standards. Two ballistic vests that meet all specifications and requirements are <br /> offered, ensuring availability and comfort. <br /> <br /> On April 4, 2011 the City Council awarded a contract to Galls, LLC and Quartermaster for a two-year <br /> period, with provisions for two one-year renewals. Both vendors have performed satisfactorily during <br /> the past contract period and have agreed to renew the contract. Staff recommends the first renewal <br /> of the contract at an annual amount of $50,000 based on past usage and staff projections. <br /> <br /> FISCAL IMPACT <br /> <br /> Funds are available in the Criminal Activities D.O.J account (no. 02614450 63001). <br /> <br /> APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS: <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Carlos Rojas Francisco Gutierrez <br /> Acting Chief of Police Executive Director <br /> Police Department Finance & Management Services Agency <br /> <br /> EG 22B-1 <br />