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REQUEST FOR <br />COUNCIL ACTION <br />CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: <br />APRIL 1, 2013 <br />TITLE: <br />CONTRACT RENEWAL <br />WITH GALLS, LLC AND <br />QUARTERMASTER <br />FOR BODY ARMOR VESTS <br />(SPEC NO.11-007) <br />Y MANAGER <br />RECOMMENDED ACTION <br />CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: <br />APPROVED <br />? As Recommended <br />? As Amended <br />? Ordinance on 1" Reading <br />? Ordinance on 2"d Reading <br />? Implementing Resolution <br />? Set Public Hearing For <br />CONTINUED TO <br />FILE NUMBER <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 />DISCUSSION <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 />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 />FISCAL IMPACT <br />Funds are available in the Criminal Activities D.O.J account (no. 02614450 63001). <br />Carlos Rojas <br />Acting Chief of Police <br />Police Department <br />EG <br />APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS: <br />n? <br />Francisco Gutierrez + <br />Executive Director <br />Finance & Management Services Agency <br />22B-1