DATE: MAY 5, 2026
DEPARTMENT: SALINAS POLICE DEPARTMENT
FROM: CARLOS ACOSTA, CHIEF OF POLICE
BY: TONYA ERICKSON, POLICE SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR
TITLE: PEREGRINE TECHNOLOGIES SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTION
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the Purchasing Agent to complete the purchase of the remaining software subscription renewals under the existing Agreement with Peregrine Technologies, for an additional amount of $300,000, for a total Agreement cost not to exceed $750,000.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Police Department has utilized the Peregrine platform data integration system since 2023 and relies upon this system for crime and intelligence analysis. City Council authorized the execution of the Agreement with Peregrine Technologies on February 7, 2023, and at that time authorized the purchase of up to 3-years of software subscription services for a total cost not to exceed $450,000. The executed Agreement includes the option to extend services for additional renewal periods, up to a total of five terms, at the same annual cost. Staff is requesting authorization to purchase the remaining two optional subscription renewals under the existing agreement, for an additional cost of $300,000, resulting in a total Agreement cost not to exceed $750,000.
BACKGROUND:
On February 7, 2023, City Council authorized the execution of an Agreement with Peregrine Technologies for subscription to the Peregrine platform data integration system for crime and intelligence analysis. The Peregrine platform is a web-based, CJIS-compliant Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) that provides single point of access to view and analyze data from various sources. The platform performs several critical functionalities, including data integration, search and information retrieval, advanced analytics, data management, reporting, collaboration, access control, and security. The Peregrine platform facilitates real-time operational decision making, enhanced crime trend analysis (including victimology), improved investigatory capabilities, and creates analysis products to support public safety. The department has successfully utilized this technology for the last three years and wishes to maintain this subscription.
When City Council authorized the execution of an Agreement with Peregrine Technologies in 2023, it included authorization of up to 3 years of annual software subscription services with a not to exceed cost of $450,000. Under this Agreement, the Police Department has the option to extend services for additional software renewal periods, up to a total of five terms, at the same annual cost. Staff is now requesting authorization to purchase the remaining two optional software subscription renewal periods under the existing agreement, for an additional cost of $300,000, resulting in a total Agreement cost not to exceed $750,000 as shown below.
Status
Subscription Period
Funding Source
Cost
Completed
April 15, 2023 - April 14, 2024
COPS Technology Grant
$150,000
Completed
April 15, 2024 - April 14, 2025
COPS Technology Grant
$150,000
Completed
April 15, 2025 - April 14, 2026
FY 2024-25 PD Budget (General Fund)
$150,000
Request
April 15, 2026 - April 14, 2027
FY 2025-26 PD Budget (General Fund)
$150,000
Request
April 15, 2027 - April 14, 2028
FY 2026-27 PD Budget (General Fund)
$150,000
Total Not to Exceed (NTE) Amount
$ 750,000
The Police Department’s approved FY 2025-26 budget includes funding to support the optional renewal for the period April 15, 2026 - April 14, 2027. The Police Department’s FY 2026-27 budget requests include funding to maintain the Peregrine platform subscription for the final optional renewal period of April 15, 2027 - April 14, 2028, and the department understands that the final purchase will be dependent upon available funds within the Police Department budget.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES:
No, does not apply. The City of Salinas has determined that Government Code §84308/Levine Act does not apply to this proposed action.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The proposed resolution will support the City Council’s Strategic Plan Goal of Public Safety.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Police Department will coordinate with the Finance Department during all purchasing and payment processes.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
There is sufficient budget available and appropriated in the current fiscal year. Budget for subsequent years will be included as part of the budget development process.
Fund
General Ledger Number (Operating/CIP)
General Ledger Account Name
Remaining Budget Appropriation
Amount Requested
1100
40.4130-62.8550
Supplies & Materials Software
$225,707
(FY 2025-26)
$0
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Agreement with Peregrine Technologies
Resolution No 22583, approved 2/7/2023
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