CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approve the award of Cooperative Procurement 22-115, Police Department Uniforms and Equipment, to Galls LLC for an amount not to exceed $168,110 for a one-year term
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DEPARTMENT: Police Department
SUBMITTED BY: Jason Arres, Chief
BOARD/COMMISSION REVIEW:
N/A
BACKGROUND:
The Naperville Police Department (PD) uniform dress code is outlined in departmental general orders and respective collective bargaining agreements. The PD provides uniforms for the Chief of Police, deputy chiefs, commanders, sergeants, police officers, community service officers, detention officers, animal control officers, PSAP, and other specialized civilian personnel. Uniforms, equipment, and footwear are supplied to new hires as well as approved replacements for current staff. Replacement items for current staff are reviewed through a two-tiered process and must be approved based on need by the employee's supervisor and by the Professional Development and Training Unit. Employees are responsible for the cleanliness and appearance of their uniforms as well as the maintenance of their equipment.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has identified an approved cooperative contract, National Purchasing Cooperative Award; No. 670-22, Galls, LLC, for the purchase of Police uniforms, equipment, and accessories. Some examples of items include but are not limited to the following: uniform shirts and pants, jackets (rain and cold gear), footwear, body armor, duty belts, and accessories for belts. This cooperative offers a secure online ordering system that is only accessible through unique usernames and password assignments administered by supervisory staff and is mobile device compatible. There is no fee for alterations and delivery is included. One sample of each size of all items of clothing will be kept at the Naperville Police Department to be used by employees for correct fit before placing orders. This cooperative is available to other units of local govern...
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