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A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE BUDGET AND WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE PACKAGE FORD INTERCEPTOR AND K-9 UNIT EQUIPMENT
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WHEREAS, the Jonesboro Police Department is in need of an additional K-9 equipped vehicle; and
WHEREAS, there is a continued shortage of police equipped utility vehicles available at state bid pricing; and
WHEREAS, city staff performed extensive research throughout the region to locate a comparably priced vehicle and associated equipment; and
WHEREAS, the search located a vehicle that meets the needs of the department at an acceptable price and request the Jonesboro City Council waive competitive bidding for public safety interest.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS THAT:
SECTION 1: The City Council in accordance with the terms of A.C.A. Section 14-58-303 hereby waive the requirement of competitive bidding, and agrees that this purchase is necessary for the safety and welfare of the citizens of Jonesboro, and therefore directs the purchasing agent to purchase a 2024 Ford Interceptor and supportive equipment for a price of $63,646.38 from Superior Auto Group of Siloam Springs, AR.
SECTION 2: The City of Jonesboro FY2024 police fixed asset budget is hereby amended to reflect the above purchase.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 17TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2024.