SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle from Fiesta Chevrolet, Inc., Edinburg, TX, in the amount of $107,582.88. This purchase will be made pursuant to Section 252.022 (a)(2) of the Local Government Code and is necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the municipality’s residents. This purchase will be funded by FY2023 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Program. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Acceptance of FY2024 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Grant was approved by Council on May 06, 2024.
BACKGROUND
Authorization is requested to purchase marked police units for the Laredo Police
Department. Delivery is expected within thirty (30) days after receipt of order.
Fiesta Chevrolet, Inc. is the sole vendor with black 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe PPVs available on ground.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
It is recommended that this purchase be approved.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2024
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Grant
Account #: 229-2367
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding for the purchase of these marked police units is available in the 2023 Operation
Stonegarden Grant. Account Number: 229-2367, Project Number: OPEQ24