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Chief Administrative Office, Procurement and Contracts on behalf of the Sheriff's Department, recommending the Board approve the following:
1) Dispense with formal bidding procedures in accordance with Purchasing Ordinance 3.12.160, Section D; and
2) Authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue a purchase order in the amount of $160,625.72 for a one-time purchase of Taser units and accessories from Taser International of Scottsdale, AZ following Board approval.
FUNDING: General Fund.
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BUDGET SUMMARY: |
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Total Estimated Cost
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$160,625.72 |
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Funding
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Budgeted
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$160,625.72 |
New Funding
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Savings
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Other
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Total Funding Available
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$160,625.72 |
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Change To Net County Cost
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$0.00 |
Fiscal Impact/Change to Net County Cost
Procurement and Contracts has been advised that funding is available within the Sheriff Department's budget.
Reason for Recommendation
The Sheriff Department has been using Taser Product for several years. Taser International is the only manufacturer of the specific product. The price for the product is identical whether it is purchased through an authorized dealer or the manufacturer. The County currently deals with Taser International on a sole source basis for repairs and warranty replacement. By purchasing the product directly from Taser International on a sole source basis, the Sheriff's Department expects to have ongoing savings due to reduced personnel costs from having to deal with multiple vendors over the products life cycle, therefore purchasing the product and accessories directly fomr the manufacturer is a logical decision.
Action to be taken following Board approval
Following Board approval, the Procurement and Contracts division will issue a purchase order in the amount of $160,625.72 to Taser International of Scottsdale, AZ.
Contact
Eric van Leeuwen, Ext 5834