SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the purchase of six (6) marked K-9 police units with emergency lights, equipment, and graphics from Sames Motor Company, Laredo, TX. in the amount of $591,352.86. The purchase of these vehicles shall be made utilizing the TIPS USA contract number 240901. Funding is available for this purchase in the Special Police Fund, FY2026 Operation Lone Star (OLS) Grant.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
Authorization is requested to purchase marked K-9 police units with emergency lights, equipment, and graphics for the Laredo Police Department. Delivery is expected within ninety to one hundred twenty (90-120) days after receipt of order.
TIPS USA Contract 240901
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Recommends that this purchase be approved.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Grant
Account #: 229-2386
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding for the purchase of these marked K-9 police units is available in the 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant. Account number: 229-2386, Project Number: OPLS26