Submitted by: Allison Weikel
Submitting Department: Police Department
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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Purchase of Replacement Vehicles for Police Department
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move Mayor and Council authorize the purchase two (2) Ford Explorers from Koons Baltimore Ford, in the amount not to exceed $112,046.
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Summary Background:
The Police Department needs to replace four (4) aging command vehicles as approved in our FY25 Capital Improvement Plan. The department is seeking to purchase two Ford Explorers as part of the lifecycle replacement plan for four total command vehicles that are aging, require increased maintenance and repair, and have excessive wear and tear due to the demanding nature of police work. These purchases will support our growing department, ensure officer safety, increase reliability and performance and ensure our ability to provide the best possible police services to the City of Hyattsville. Two of the vehicles are immediately available from Koons Baltimore Ford. The department plans to order two additional vehicles, once available.
Upfitting:
Command vehicles require less upfitting than patrol vehicles. As a result, upfitting costs are lower and expected to be approximately $15,000 per vehicle.
Next Steps:
Proceed with purchase of two vehicles
Fiscal Impact:
Not to exceed $112,046
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend Support. Police Vehicles can take up to 1 year for delivery. The department identified two vehicles immediately available at a competitive price.
Community Engagement:
N/A
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A