SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize a supply contract with BuyBoard Cooperative vendor, G.T. Distributors, Pflugerville, TX, for an annual amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for the purchase of public safety gear, equipment, and supplies for the Police Department. This annual contract shall utilize the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program’s contract #798-26. This contract will commence on April 1, 2026. The term of the contract shall be for a period of one (1) year. Funding is available in the Police Department Funds.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
Staff is requesting authorization to purchase public safety gear, equipment, and supplies utilizing the BuyBoard Contract for the Police Department. Purchases will be done on an as needed basis. BuyBoard contract #798-26 gives access to the following types of goods and establishes a discounted rate of up to 35%:
BuyBoard Contract #798-26
Discount: up to 35%
Equipment: Tactical gear, rescue equipment, glocks, belts, night sticks, batons, flashlights, batteries, etc., handcuffs, restraints, tear gas, mace, etc., body armors, night visions, scopes, binoculars, etc.
Expiration: 3/31/27
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
It is recommended that this contract be approved.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: General Fund/Special Police Fund
Account #: Various
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the General Fund-Police and Special Police Fund accounts.