acquired may be fewer than twenty (20), depending on available funding at the time of purchase
Chemical Munitions, NFDD Replacement, and Related Delivery Devices:
The Department intends to acquire an assortment of chemical munitions, noise-flash diversionary devices, and related delivery systems for use in SWAT operations, mobile field-force deployments, and crowd-management operations. The Department is transitioning from DefTech NFDD devices to CTS MiniBANG devices based on safety evaluations conducted during training. Existing DefTech NFDD stock will be expended through training use only and will not be deployed in live operations pending full transition to CTS devices. Acquisitions may include, but are not limited to:
• CTS 7290M MiniBANG NFDD devices and CTS 7290-3 three-bang devices to replace existing DefTech NFDD stock
• CTS 40mm chemical munitions, including direct impact projectiles, frangible impact OC powder rounds, OC and CS liquid barricade penetrating projectiles, OC and CS powder barricade penetrating projectiles, and OC, CS, and OC-CS vapor grenades • CTS canister grenade launching cups and 12-gauge launching cartridges • Penn Arms 6-shot 40mm multi-launchers
• PepperBall Live MAXX PAVA, Live PAVA Powder, and inert powder projectiles
Quantity and specific types will be determined based on operational need and available funding at the time of purchase. Anticipated uses include, but are not limited to:
• SWAT tactical operations where chemical munitions or diversionary devices are necessary to safely resolve high-risk incidents
• Mobile field force deployments for crowd management and public order maintenance • Large-scale public events, including but not limited to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games
• Response to civil unrest and other situations requiring crowd control measures
Total estimated cost for all items: Up to $30,000; source of funds: Up to $10,000 from the remaining FY 2025-26 operational budget and up to $20,000 incorporated into the FY 2026-27 budget. Should acquisition costs exceed $30,000, the Department will return to the City Council for additional approval prior to any expenditure beyond that amount.
6. The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV):
• Three (3) Skydio X10 drone systems with thermal imaging capabilities • Two (2) Autel EVO MAX 4T drone systems with thermal imaging capabilities
• Associated accessories, including spotlights, speaker/mic systems, batteries, and infrared filters
Unmanned Remotely Piloted Ground Vehicles (Robots):
• One (1) Transcend Robotics Vantage Robot (VR026) with multiple camera systems, including thermal imaging
• Note: Two (2) RoboTex AVATAR Tactical Robots previously listed in Exhibit A have been retired from service and removed from inventory. The Transcend Robotics Vantage Robot was acquired as a replacement
Armored Vehicle:
• One (1) Lenco Bearcat armored vehicle
Command and Control Vehicle:
• One (1) 2014 Mobile Command Post
Breaching Apparatuses:
• Two (2) Remington Model 870 Express Breaching Shotguns (12 Gauge) • Royal Arms Tesar-2 Black Cap 425 Grain Copper Frangible Breaching Rounds • Royal Arms Tesar-4 Red Cap 82 Grain Flash Bang Hard Rounds
Specialized Firearms:
• Sixty (60) Colt M4 Carbine 5.56MM rifles (LE6920MPS B) • Two (2) FN Special Police .308 Caliber rifles (Model A1) • Ten (10) Heckler & Koch MP5 9MM sub-guns
• Ten (10) Daniel Defense DDM4v7 select-fire rifles and associated tactical accessories (pending delivery; approved by City Council February 4, 2026)
Diversionary Devices (Flashbangs):
• Fifteen (15) DefTech #25 distraction devices with associated 12-gram reloads
Chemical Agents:
• Five (5) Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber CS (#1032) • Three (3) Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC (#1030) • Three (3) Defense Technology Riot Control OC (#1080)
• Five (5) Defense Technology Riot Control CS (#1082)
Specialty Impact Munitions – 40mm Launchers and Munitions:
• Twelve (12) LMT Tactical Single Launchers I425 (existing inventory) • One (1) Defense Technologies I440 quad launcher (donated October 2024) • Two (2) LMT I425 single launchers (donated October 2024) • One (1) SAGE ACE single launcher (donated October 2024) • One (1) SAGE Deuce double launcher (donated October 2024) • Twenty-two (22) Defense Technology 40MM exact impact Sponge Rounds (#6325) • Fifty-two (52) Defense Technology 40MM Direct Impact OC Rounds (#6320) • Ten (10) Defense Technology Ferret 40MM OC Powder Barricade Rounds (#2290) • Ten (10) Defense Technology Ferret 40MM 60-Caliber Rubber Ball Rounds (#6097) • Ninety-two (92) direct impact projectiles (donated October 2024)
Specialty Impact Munitions – 12 Gauge Less Lethal Shotguns:
• Fifteen (15) Mossberg 590 12-Gauge less lethal shotguns • Associated Defense Technology 12-Gauge Drag Stabilized Rounds (#3027)
Additional details for each type of military equipment are listed in Exhibit A to the Military Equipment Use Policy, available on the City’s website and in person at the Department.
7. Policy Update Notification
The Department is in the process of updating the Military Equipment Use Policy (Exhibit A) to reflect the following changes: the addition of the unmanned aerial vehicle fleet (Skydio X10 and Autel EVO MAX 4T systems); the acquisition of the Daniel Defense DDM4v7 select-fire rifles upon delivery; the removal of the two (2) RoboTex AVATAR Tactical Robots, which have been retired from service; and any chemical munitions and patrol rifles acquired during the 2026 reporting period. The updated policy will be submitted for review and approval as required by Government Code section 7071.
8. Community Impact and Benefit Statement
The military equipment acquired and maintained by the Baldwin Park Police Department provides significant benefits to community safety while minimizing potential intrusions on privacy and civil liberties. The unmanned aerial and ground vehicles allow officers to assess dangerous situations remotely, reducing the risk of injury to both officers and civilians. These technologies provide crucial situational awareness during critical incidents, search and rescue operations, and disaster response.
The Department is committed to using this equipment in a manner that respects privacy rights, deploying it only when necessary for legitimate law enforcement purposes and with appropriate supervisory oversight. The equipment enhances the Department’s ability to:
• Safely resolve high-risk situations with reduced risk to all parties • Locate missing or endangered persons more efficiently • Document crime scenes and traffic collisions with greater accuracy • Respond to natural disasters and other emergencies more effectively
All equipment is deployed only by properly trained personnel, following established policies that emphasize de-escalation and the minimal use of force necessary to resolve situations safely.
The Baldwin Park Police Department has determined that this military equipment is necessary for the safety and effectiveness of its law enforcement operations. The drones and unmanned ground vehicles provide critical aerial and ground support for search-and-rescue operations. The rifles to be acquired will enhance officers’ ability to respond to high-risk situations and active shooter incidents.
All personnel will receive extensive training on the safe operation and deployment protocols for this equipment. Detailed records will be maintained on its use and any complaints. This military equipment will be used only by trained personnel in accordance with all applicable department policies and state/federal laws.
The Baldwin Park Police Department remains committed to transparency and welcomes public input regarding the acquisition and use of this military equipment. In accordance with Government Code section 7072, this report is being submitted for review and approval by the Baldwin Park City Council.
Attachment
Baldwin Park PD Policy Manual
BPPD Military Equipment Inventory
A. Military Equipment Authorized by the Baldwin Park Police Department:
1. Unmanned, Remotely Piloted Ground Vehicles (Robots): A remotely controlled unmanned machine that operates on the ground and is utilized to enhance the safety of the community and officers.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and cost:
i. Transcend Robotics Vantage Robot (VR026) | Cost: $44,363.75 | Quantity: 1 | The Vantage Robot is a fully -loaded tactical ground vehicle equipped with multiple camera systems including a PTZ Camera HDCVI, DRIVE Camera, and FLIR Thermal imaging. Features include integrated 2-watt signal booster, armored vehicle configuration with separate high -gain antenna, stair -climbing ability, and remote operation capability allowing for safe assessment of potentially dangerous situations.
Note: Two (2) RoboTex AVATAR Tactical Robots previously listed in this inventory have been retired from service and removed from inventory. The Transcend Robotics Vantage Robot serves as the Department’s sole unmanned ground vehicle.
b. Purpose:
To be used to remotely gain visual data, deliver an HNT phone, open doors, and clear buildings without requiring an officer to enter.
c. Authorized Use:
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the robot.
d. Expected Life Span:
i. Transcend Robotics Vantage Robot: 10–15 years
e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost are approximately $0 to $5,000. f. Training:
All robot operators must complete an 8 -hour department training to operate the robot during live operations. Operators also conduct recurring training throughout the year. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to utilize a robot only for official law enforcement purposes and according to State and Federal law.
2. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV): An unmanned aircraft that is capable of sustaining directed flight, whether preprogrammed or remotely controlled, and can carry a payload, which enhances the safety of the community and officers.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and cost:
i. Skydio X10 Drone Systems | Cost: $163,664 (total package) | Quantity: 3 | The Skydio X10 is an advanced aerial system featuring thermal imaging capabilities, high -definition cameras, and autonomous flight features. The systems include spotlights, speake r/mic systems, batteries, and infrared filters, and are capable of providing real -time aerial video and thermal imaging to assist with search operations, tactical deployments, and scene documentation.
ii. Autel EVO MAX 4T Drone Systems | Cost: Included in UAV fleet acquisition | Quantity: 2 | The Autel EVO MAX 4T is an advanced aerial system featuring thermal imaging capabilities, high - definition cameras, and multi -sensor payload. The systems include sp otlights, speaker/mic systems, batteries, and infrared filters, and are capable of providing real -time aerial video and thermal imaging to assist with search operations, tactical deployments, and scene documentation.
Associated accessories for all UAV systems include: spotlights, speaker/mic systems, batteries, and infrared filters.
b. Purpose:
To be used to provide aerial support for law enforcement operations including but not limited to:
search and rescue missions, disaster response, crime scene documentation, tactical operations, and other situations where aerial perspective enhances officer and public safety. c. Authorized Use:
Only FAA-certified operators (Part 107) who have completed required department training shall be permitted to operate the UAVs. All flights must comply with FAA regulations and Department Policy 605.
d. Expected Life Span:
i. Skydio X10 Drone Systems: 3–5 years
ii. Autel EVO MAX 4T Drone Systems: 3–5 years
e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Annual maintenance, part replacement, and software licensing costs are approximately $5,000 to $10,000.
f. Training:
All UAV operators must maintain FAA Part 107 certification and complete department -approved training specific to law enforcement aerial operations. Operators conduct regular flight training throughout the year to maintain proficiency.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to utilize UAVs only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of citizens, according to State and Federal law including FAA regulations and the California Electronic Communications Privacy Act.
3. Armored Vehicle: Commercially produced wheeled armored personnel vehicle utilized for law enforcement purposes.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Lenco Bearcat | Cost: $245,113.49 | Quantity: 1 | The Bearcat is an armored rescue vehicle that seats 10 to 12 personnel with an open floor plan that allows for the rescue of down personnel. It can stop various projectiles, which provides greater safety to citizens and officers beyond the protection level of shield and personal body armor.
b. Purpose:
The primary purpose of the Bearcat is to protect employees during high -risk incidents. It is also designed to transport officers into positions of tactical advantage safely or to evacuate civilian personnel during critical incidents.
c. Authorized Use:
An armored vehicle may be used if one or more of the following criteria are present:
i. Incidents where human lives may be in immediate peril ii. Incidents where a threat of confrontation by gunfire or other weapons exists iii. Incidents involving a significant threat of violence iv. Rapid response deployments
v. Acts of terror (violent attacks upon populated areas such as schools, community events, government buildings, shopping malls, and places of worship) vi. Natural disasters (significant earthquakes, major fires, floods, etc.) vii. Incidents deemed appropriate by the Chief of Police or their designee viii. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan:
i. Lenco Bearcat: Approximately 25 years
e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Bearcat: Annual maintenance cost of approximately $0 to $5,000 f. Training:
Armored vehicles may only be operated by employees who possess the proper licensing and have been trained in the proper use of the vehicle. Employees designated as operators shall receive training in the safe operation and care for the vehicle and show com petence before operating it.
The BPPD policy does not restrict an employee from temporarily operating the vehicle during an exigent circumstance to prevent serious bodily injury, death, or damage to the vehicle. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established under the Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual (Vehicle Use, Vehicle Maintenance, and Specialty Vehicle Deployment). It is the policy of the BPPD to utilize armored vehicles for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
4. Command and Control Vehicles: The mobile command post (MCP) is a vehicle used as a mobile office that provides shelter, access to Department computer systems, dispatch communication consoles, radio communications, and restroom facilities during extended events.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. 2014 Mobile Command Post | Cost: $168,302.65 | Quantity: 1 | A Class A RV outfitted with radio communications, computers, computer -aided dispatch (CAD) capabilities, monitors, and a restroom to function as a mobile office for members of the department during department-approved functions.
b. Purpose:
The purpose of the Mobile Command Post is to provide a safe and private location for employees to conduct Department business or to act as the Command Center as needed. c. Authorized Use:
Only officers trained in their deployment and operations in a manner consistent with Department policy and training are authorized to operate the MCP. The Mobile Command Post may be deployed for the following:
i. Major Criminal Investigations
ii. Major Traffic Investigations
iii. Critical Incidents
iv. Natural Disasters
v. BPPD SWAT Call-outs or Pre-Planned Events
vi. Community Events
vii. Supporting or Replacing the Command Center (e.g., outages, repairs) viii. Requests of use by outside law enforcement agencies with the approval of the Chief of Police or their designee
d. Lifespan:
i. MCP: 20-year lifespan on chassis and vehicle structure e. Fiscal Impact:
i. MCP: Annual maintenance cost is approximately $0 to $5,000. f. Training:
The MCP may only be operated by employees who possess the proper licensing and have been trained in the proper care and use of the vehicle.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established under the Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual (Vehicle Use, Vehicle Maintenance, and Specialty Vehicle Deployment). It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to use the MCP only for official law enforcement purposes and to follow California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
5. Breaching Apparatuses Explosive in Nature: Tools that are used to conduct an explosive breach.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Remington Model 870 Express Breaching Shotgun, 12 Gauge | Cost: $999.00 | Quantity: 2 | This weapon allows for breachers to safely utilize shotgun breaching rounds to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. The breaching stand -off device attached to the e nd of the barrel allows for positive placement of the gun into the correct position and vents gases to prevent overpressure. ii. Royal Arms Tesar-2 Black Cap 425 Grain Copper Frangible Breaching Round | Cost: $25.00 | The round is fired from a breaching shotgun and is used to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. iii. Royal Arms Tesar-4 Red Cap 82 Grain Flash Bang Hard Round | Cost: $25.00 | The round is fired from a breaching shotgun and is used to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. Also can be used as a Diversionary or Disorientation Round.
b. Purpose:
Used to provide officers a way to gain entry into a structure safely.
c. Authorized Use:
Absent exigent circumstances, only members who have completed department-approved training may be issued or use breaching shotguns. The breaching rounds can also be used for training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan:
i. Breaching Shotguns: 25 years
ii. Royal Arms Tesar-2 Black Cap 425 Grain Copper Frangible Breaching Round: 5 years iii. Royal Arms Tesar-4 Red Cap 82 Grain Flash Bang Hard Round: 5 years e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Breaching Shotguns: Annual maintenance approximately $0 to $50 ii. Breaching Rounds: Expected annual cost between $0 to $300 to replenish used stock f. Training:
Sworn members utilizing a breaching shotgun must be certified to do so by a certified breaching instructor during department-approved training. Additionally, members of the BPPD SWAT Team will receive training on breaching shotguns bi-yearly conducted by a certified breaching instructor in two-hour blocks.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to utilize breaching shotguns and the associated munitions only for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
6. Specialized Firearms and Ammunition: Firearms that are fired from shoulder level, having a long spirally grooved barrel intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Colt M4 Carbine 5.56MM Rifle, Model: LE6920MPS B | Cost: $1,049.00 | Quantity: 60 | Throughout the world today, Colt’s reliability, performance, and accuracy provide law enforcement the confidence required to accomplish any mission. Colt’s LE6920 series shares many features of its combat-proven counterpart, the Colt M4.
ii. FN Special Police .308 Caliber Rifle, Model: A1 | Cost: $2,899.00 | Quantity: 2 | The FN SPR with a 24” customized barrel. The firearm is chambered in .308 Winchester and has a 24” customized precision barrel. The magazine holds 5 rounds of ammunition. This rifle is primarily used in an over-watch capacity to protect the community and BPPD SWAT team members during large events and critical incidents. This weapon is no longer being produced.
1. Federal Cartridge .308 Winchester Tactical Bonded Tip 168 Grain Duty Ammunition Cartridge | Cost: $319 (Case of 500) | Considered by most experts to be one of the best “barrier blind” rounds, designed to defeat the toughest barriers with minimal deflect ion or deviation.
iii. Heckler & Koch MP5 9MM Sub-gun | Cost: $2,500.00 | Quantity: 10 | Developed by Heckler & Koch in the mid-1960s, the 9mm MP5 submachine gun uses the same delayed blowback operating system found on the HK G3 automatic rifle. Reliability, accuracy, ease of handling, simple maintenance, and safety are hallmarks of the MP5. Firing from the closed-bolt position in all modes of fire makes MP5 submachine guns extremely accurate and controllable.
iv. Daniel Defense DDM4v7 Select-Fire Rifle with Tactical Accessories | Cost: $45,824.46 (total for 10 rifles and all accessories) | Quantity: 10 | The Daniel Defense DDM4v7 is a select -fire carbine platform chambered in 5.56MM NATO. Each rifle is equipped with associated tactical accessories including suppressor, lights, optics, slings, and pressure switches. Approved by City Council on February 4, 2026. Acquisition funded through Federal asset forfeiture funds (equitable sharing funds). Equipment is pending delivery and will be deployed exclusively by trained SWAT personnel.
b. Purpose:
To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more accuracy and/or at greater distances than a handgun, if present and feasible. These firearms can also be used to match the firepower of the threat being faced, as well as to penetrate barriers or barricades in critical incidents. c. Authorized Use:
All of the listed firearms are guided by the BPPD policy manual. The Colt M4 Carbine is authorized to be carried by all officers regardless of assignment. The Daniel Defense DDM4v7 select-fire rifles are specifically used by SWAT. The FN .308 and H&K MP5 are specifically used by SWAT and the Special Enforcement Team (SET). All of these firearms are only authorized for use by an officer after attending an approved training with annual training and qualifications thereafter. d. Lifespan:
i. Colt M4 Carbine 5.56MM Rifle: 20 years
ii. FN Special Police .308 Caliber Rifle, Model A1: 20 years iii. Federal Cartridge .308 Winchester Tactical Bonded Tip 168 Grain: No expiration iv. Heckler & Koch MP5 9MM Sub-gun: 20 years
v. Daniel Defense DDM4v7 Select-Fire Rifle: 20 years
e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Rifles: Annual maintenance is approximately $0 to $50 per rifle ii. Ammunition: Expected annual cost between $200 to $1,000 to replenish used stock f. Training:
All officers are authorized to carry the Colt M4 Carbine regardless of assignment. Officers receive training during orientation and conduct continual annual training. The MP5 and Daniel Defense DDM4v7 are specifically used by the SWAT Team. All firearms ar e only authorized for use by an officer after attending approved training, with annual training and qualifications thereafter. Before deploying specialty rifles, designated SWAT team members must attend an approved training course provided by a certified instructor. Once certified, authorized users must qualify with the rifle every year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established under Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual sections (Use of Force, Firearms, and Patrol Rifles). It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to utilize these rifles and the associated munitions only for official law en forcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
7. Noise-Flash Diversionary Devices (NFDD or Flashbangs): A diversionary device ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during hostage rescue, room entry, or other high-risk arrest/search warrant situations.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and cost:
i. DefTech #25 Distraction Device with 12-Gram Reloads | Cost: $673.72 (lot) | Quantity: 15 devices with associated 12 -gram reloads | The DefTech #25 distraction device is designed to produce
atmospheric overpressure and brilliant white light, causing short -term physiological and psychological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage in high-risk situations. The device produces 175 dB of sound output at 5 feet and 6–8 million candelas for 10 milliseconds.
Note: The Department is transitioning from DefTech NFDD devices to CTS MiniBANG devices based on safety evaluations conducted during training. Existing DefTech NFDD stock will be expended through training use only and will not be deployed in live operations pending full transition to CTS devices. Upon acquisition, CTS 7290M MiniBANG NFDD devices and CTS 7290-3 three- bang devices will be added to this inventory.
b. Purpose:
The proper use and deployment of diversionary devices can increase officer safety and assist officers with the successful completion of a tactical situation. This includes, but is not limited to, barricaded suspects, hostage situations, high-risk warrant service, or any life-threatening situation. c. Authorized Use:
Absent exigent circumstances, only members who have completed department-approved training by a certified department-approved trainer may be issued, use, or carry diversionary devices. The devices shall be stored and carried within Federal regulations. These devices can also be used for training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan:
i. DefTech #25 Distraction Device Body: Approximately 26 deployments ii. 12-Gram Reloads: Until used
e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Expected annual cost of $500 to $4,000 to replenish used stock (including training deployments) f. Training:
Before use, officers must attend diversionary device training conducted by a certified department- approved instructor. Additionally, members of the BPPD SWAT Team will conduct two two -hour training blocks on the use of diversionary devices yearly. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established in the Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual (Use of Force and Diversionary Devices – Flashbangs). It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to utilize diversionary devices only for official law enforcement purposes and according to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
8. Chemical Agents: Canisters that contain chemical agents that are released when deployed.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber CS, #1032 | Cost: $44.90 | Quantity: 5 | The design of the Tri-Chamber Flameless CS Grenade allows the contents to burn within an internal can and disperse the agent safely with reduced risk of fire. The grenade is designed primarily for indoor tactical situations to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject. This grenade will deliver approximately .70 oz. of agent during its 20–25 seconds burn time.
ii. Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC, #1030 | Cost: $47.60 | Quantity: 3 | Designed for law enforcement and corrections, the OC Flameless Tri -Chamber Pyrotechnic Grenade combines the effectiveness of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) as an incapacitating agent with the flexible
delivery methods, range, and area coverage of pyrotechnic munitions. The OC Flameless Tri - Chamber Grenade can be used in crowd control or barricade situations as a less lethal solution to incapacitate subjects through temporary respiratory discomfort while reducing or negating the chance of fire to structures.
iii. Defense Technology Riot Control OC, #1080 | Cost: $40.45 | Quantity: 3 | The Riot Control OC Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20 –40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd.
iv. Defense Technology Riot Control CS, #1082 | Cost: $28.45 | Quantity: 5 | The Riot Control CS Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20 –40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd.
b. Purpose:
Chemical agents may be used for crowd control, crowd dispersal, or against barricaded suspects based on the circumstances. This is done to limit the escalation of conflict where the employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.
c. Authorized Use:
Absent exigent circumstances, only members who have completed department-approved training may be issued, use, or carry chemical agents. These chemical agents can also be used for training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan:
i. Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber CS, #1032: 6 years ii. Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC, #1030: 6 years iii. Defense Technology Riot Control OC, #1080: 6 years iv. Defense Technology Riot Control CS, #1082: 6 years
e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Expected annual cost of $2,500 to $10,000 to replenish used stock (including training deployments)
f. Training:
Sworn members utilizing chemical agent canisters must be certified by a department chemical agent instructor during orientation and during recurring department in-service training. Additionally, members of the BPPD SWAT Team will receive training on chemic al agents bi-yearly conducted by a certified chemical agent instructor in two-hour blocks. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established under the Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual (Use of Force, Chemical Agents, and Oleoresin Capsicum – OC). It is the policy of the Baldwin Park Police Department to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and according to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
9. Specialty Impact Munitions (SIMs) – 40mm Launchers and Munitions: These devices are considered less lethal and are used to gain compliance from an individual who is violently or actively resisting. The use of such a device is intended to mitigate the number of serious injuries to officers, the subject, and other individuals.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. LMT Tactical Single Launcher I425, Expandable Stock | Cost: $1,200.00 | Quantity: 12 (existing inventory) | Manufactured exclusively for Defense Technology®, the 40LMTS is a tactical single - shot launcher that features an expandable Rogers Super Stock and an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail. The ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two-point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm less-lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
ii. Defense Technologies I440 Quad Launcher | Cost: Donated | Quantity: 1 (received October 2024) | A four-shot 40mm less-lethal launcher capable of rapid sequential deployment of less-lethal munitions.
iii. LMT I425 Single Launcher | Cost: Donated | Quantity: 2 (received October 2024) | Single -shot 40mm less-lethal launcher.
iv. SAGE ACE Single Launcher | Cost: Donated | Quantity: 1 (received October 2024) | Single-shot 40mm less-lethal launcher.
v. SAGE Deuce Double Launcher | Cost: Donated | Quantity: 1 (received October 2024) | Two-shot 40mm less-lethal launcher.
vi. Defense Technology 40MM eXact iMpact™ Sponge Round, #6325 | Cost: $20.79 | Quantity: 22 | The 40mm eXact iMpact ™ Sponge Round is a “point -of-aim, point-of-impact” direct fire round most commonly used by tactical teams in situations where maximum deliverable energy is desired for the incapacitation of an aggressive, non -compliant subject. Optimal energy range of approximately 5–40 meters.
vii. Defense Technology 40MM Direct Impact® OC Round, #6320 | Cost: $20.79 | Quantity: 52 | A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and crushable foam projectile fired at 295 feet per second (FPS). The 39-gram crushable foam projectile delivers 120 ft./lbs. of energy upon impact in addition to the dispersion of 5 grams of OC irritant. Approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 120 feet from the target.
viii. Defense Technology Ferret 40MM OC Powder Barricade Round, #2290 | Cost: $25.95 | Quantity: 10 | The Ferret® 40mm Barricade Penetrating Round is filled with OC powder chemical agent. It is a frangible projectile that is spin -stabilized utilizing barrel rifling. It is non -burning and designed to penetrate barriers such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard, and thin plywood.
ix. Defense Technology Ferret 40MM 60 -Caliber Rubber Ball Round, #6097 | Cost: $30.30 | Quantity: 10 | The Stinger® 40mm 60-Caliber Round is most widely used as a crowd management tool. The round contains approximately eighteen 60-Caliber rubber balls utilizing smokeless powder as the propellant.
x. Direct Impact Projectiles | Cost: Donated | Quantity: 92 (received October 2024)
b. Purpose:
The use of such devices is intended to mitigate the number of serious injuries to officers, the subject, and other individuals. The devices limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.
c. Authorized Use:
Approved SIM projectiles may be used in any of the following circumstances when the circumstances perceived by the officer at the time indicate that such application is reasonably necessary to:
i. Control a subject who is violent or is actively resisting ii. Control a subject who has demonstrated, by words or action, an intention to be violent or to physically resist, and reasonably appears to present the potential to harm officers, him/herself or others
iii. Disarm a suspect or control a subject who is reasonably believed to be armed iv. Stop a fleeing subject who is wanted for a serious crime v. Gain compliance during tactical situations that include but are not limited to a riot or civil unrest
vi. Control dangerous animals
vii. Be used on objects to gain a tactical advantage (e.g., windows, lights, etc.) viii. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan:
i. LMT 40mm Launchers: 15+ years
ii. Donated Launchers (I440, LMT I425 x2, SAGE ACE, SAGE Deuce): 15+ years iii. Defense Technology 40MM eXact iMpact™ Sponge Round, #6325: 6 years iv. Defense Technology 40MM Direct Impact® OC Round, #6320: 6 years v. Defense Technology Ferret 40MM OC Powder Barricade Round, #2290: 6 years vi. Defense Technology Ferret 40MM 60-Caliber Rubber Ball, #6097: 6 years e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Launchers: Annual maintenance is approximately $0 to $100 for each launcher ii. Munitions: Expected annual cost of $2,000 to $5,000 to replenish used stock (including training deployments)
f. Training:
All officers receive training on the use of the 40mm LMT launcher with the sponge (#6325) and OC round (#6320). This training occurs during orientation and through recurring in -service training taught by BPPD instructors. SWAT personnel receive additional training when they transfer to the unit to include the Penn Arms launcher, CS rounds, barricade rounds, and the other rounds listed.
SWAT operators who utilize these munitions have completed an approved chemical agent school and/or training facilitated by a BPPD certified chemical agent instructor. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established under the Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual (Use of Force, Specialty Impact Munitions (SIM) Less-Lethal, Chemical Agents, and Oleoresin Capsicum – OC).
It is the policy of the BPPD to utilize the SIM launchers and munitions on ly for official law enforcement purposes and according to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
10. Specialty Impact Munitions (SIMs) – 12 Gauge “Bean Bag” Launchers and Munitions: These devices are considered less lethal and are used to gain compliance from an individual who is violently or actively resisting. The use of such a device is intended to mitigate the number of serious injuries to officers, the subject, and other individuals.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Mossberg 590 12-Gauge Shotgun (Standard department-issued with color marking to signify its use as less-lethal) | Cost: $645.00 | Quantity: 15 | The Mossberg 590 Less Lethal Shotgun is used to deploy the 12 -Gauge Drag Stabilized Round up to 75 feet. The range of the weapon system helps to maintain space between officers and an individual, reducing the immediacy of the threat, which is a principle of de-escalation.
ii. Defense Technology 12 -Gauge Drag Stabilized Round, #3027 | Cost: $5.34 | The Drag Stabilized™ 12-Gauge Round is a translucent 12-Gauge shell loaded with a 40-Gram tear-shaped bag made from a cotton and ballistic material blend and filled with #9 shot. This design utilizes four stabilizing tails and smokeless powder as the propellant. Velocity of 2 70fps with a maximum effective range of 75 feet.
b. Purpose:
The use of such devices is intended to mitigate the number of serious injuries to officers, the subject, and other individuals. The devices limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.
c. Authorized Use:
Approved SIM projectiles may be used in any of the following circumstances when the circumstances perceived by the officer at the time indicate that such application is reasonably necessary to:
i. Control a subject who is violent or is actively resisting ii. Control a subject who has demonstrated, by words or action, an intention to be violent or to physically resist, and reasonably appears to present the potential to harm officers, him/herself or others
iii. Disarm a suspect or control a subject who is reasonably believed to be armed iv. Stop a fleeing subject who is wanted for a serious crime v. Gain compliance during tactical situations that include but are not limited to a riot or civil unrest
vi. Control dangerous animals
vii. Be used on objects to gain a tactical advantage (e.g., windows, lights, etc.) viii. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan:
i. Mossberg 590 Shotgun: 15+ years
ii. Defense Technology 12-Gauge Drag Stabilized Round: 5 years e. Fiscal Impact:
i. Launchers: Annual maintenance is approximately $0 to $50 for each launcher ii. Ammunition: Expected annual cost of $200 to $1,000 to replenish used stock f. Training:
All officers are trained in the 12-gauge Mossberg 590 less-lethal shotgun with the 12-gauge drag- stabilized round. This training occurs during orientation and through recurring in -service training taught by BPPD instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use is established under the Baldwin Park Police Department Policy Manual (Use of Force and Specialty Impact Munitions (SIM) Less -Lethal). It is the policy of the BPPD to utilize the SIM launchers and munitions only for official law enforcement purposes an d according to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
1088 N FIRST STREET
SAN JOSE CA 95112 Date Apr-16-2026
TEL: 408 294-2677 • FAX 408 294-6444
EMAIL: [email protected]
STATE OF CA SBE CERTIFICATION # 1017260
CUST#
QTY. PRICE TOTAL
24 48.74 1169.76
12 106.69 1280.28
30 29.39 881.70
15 29.74 446.10
30 30.65 919.50
15 29.74 446.10
10 47.76 477.60
10 45.06 450.60
10 45.06 450.60
10 45.06 450.60
5 340.99 1704.95
25 6.72 168.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
Notes: $8,845.79
10.500%
928.81
0.00 $9,774.60
LC ACTION POLICE SUPPLY
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SALES TAX
SHIPPING
TERMS
KYLE MILLER
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DESCRIPTION
CTS 7290M Mini-Bang Flashbang - Steel Body
CTS 7290-3 Flash-Bang, Aluminum Body, 3 Bang
CTS 4340 40MM OC Liquid Barricade, Spin Stabilized, 4.1" Long CTS 4441 40MM OC Powder Barricade, Spin Stabilized, 4.1" Long CTS 4330 40MM CS Liquid Barricade, Spin Stabilized, 4.1" Long NET 30
QUOTED BY
To:
SERGIO GARCIA
BALDWIN PARK PD
EM: [email protected]
PH: (626) 960-1955 X422
CTS LC5 5 Series (52 Series Canister Grenades) Launching Cup CTS 2600 12GA Launching Cartridge
CTS 4431 40MM CS Powder Barricade, Spin Stabilized, 4.1" Long CTS 5230B CS Baffled Canister Grenade, Pyro, Low Flame Potential CTS 6340 OC Vapor Grenade
CTS 6330 CS Vapor Grenade
CTS 6343 OC-CS Vapor Grenade
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