RESOLUTION NO. (N.C.S.)
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECT PURCHASE OF BODY ARMOR AND BALLISTIC HELMETS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the fire department last purchased body armor and ballistic helmets in 2019, and this equipment has a five-year lifespan and is now considered unsafe for use; and WHEREAS, the acquisition of new body armor and ballistic helmets is necessary to ensure the safety of firefighters during violent incident responses, including rescues and emergency care in situations involving shootings, stabbings, or civil unrest; and WHEREAS, large-scale active shooter exercises at Northridge Mall and California State University at Monterey Bay have recommended that firefighters be equipped with ballistic vests and helmets, aligning with national, state, and local standards such as NFPA Standard 3000, FIRESCOPE ICS 701, and the Monterey County Operational Area Active Shooter Guideline; and WHEREAS, the fire department staff conducted a thorough evaluation and selected the Project 7/SPR2 vests and integrated helmet system, obtaining several quotes and selecting AARDVARK to provide this equipment for $134,627.50; and WHEREAS, this purchase supports the City Council’s Strategic Goal of Public Safety; and WHEREAS, ballistic vests and helmets can be purchased utilizing available resources from the 1000, 1200, and 5800 funds; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALINAS AS FOLLOWS:
Pursuant to Salinas Municipal Code section 12-27, the Salinas City Council authorizes the direct purchase of body armor and ballistic helmets for Salinas Fire Department personnel for a total of $134,627.50, including a 10% contingency for a total not to exceed amount of $148,090.25; and The Purchasing Officer is hereby authorized to complete the purchase authorized by this Resolution.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 18 day of June 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
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Kimbley Craig, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
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