Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract for the Division of Police in the amount of $25,950.00 with Laser Technology, Inc. for the purchase of ten (10) new LTI20-20 UltraLyte Hand Held Laser Speed Measuring Devices. These units are used by the Police Division Patrol units to monitor speed on the local vehicle routes. These particular speed measuring devices will have superior optics for long-range targeting protected by a rugged housing, adjustable polarized scope for enhanced nighttime enforcement, and a clear and easy-to-read display with backlight for nighttime use.
Bid Information: Formal bid RFQ007021was opened on October 19, 2017. Only one bid was received from Laser Technology, Inc. in the amount of $25,950.00
Contract Compliance Number: Laser Technology, Inc. CC010481 expires October 10, 2019.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: Emergency legislation is needed to allow for immediate implementation of the devices.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $25,950.00 from the Law Enforcement Contraband Seizure fund with Laser Technology, Inc. The funds were previously appropriated in the Law Enforcement Contraband Seizure Funds for this purchase.
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To authorize and direct the Director of Finance and Management to enter into a contract with Laser Technology, Inc for the purchase of the LTI 20-20 UltraLythe LR B Hand Held Laser Speed Measuring Devices; to authorize an expenditure of $25,950.00 from the Law Enforcement Contraband Seizure Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($25,950.00)
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WHEREAS, the Division of police needs to purchase ten (10) LTI 20-20 UltraLyte LR B Hand Held Laser Speed Measuring Devices; and
WHEREAS, funds were appropriated in the Law Enforcement Seizure Funds for this purchase; and
WHEREAS, Laser Technology, Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder; and
WHEREAS, an emergency exists in the usual daily operation of the Department of...
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