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CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA C 410
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The Honorable ff
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Joe Iola
FROM : Chie• ministrator/City Manager
DATE : FILE :
SUBJECT :
Authorizing the Provision
of Police Service Dogs;
Bid No. 03-04-110
REFERENCES:
ENCLOSURES:
RECOMMENDATION
It is respectfully recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution
authorizing the City Manager to accept the selection of the two (2) pre -qualified vendors, as listed
on Attachment "A", for the purchase of police service dogs, on a spot market, as needed basis,
for the Department of Police, for a initial period of two (2) years with the option to extend for one
(1) additional one (1) year period, in an annual amount not to exceed $24,000. Funding is
available from the Department of Police General Operating Budget, Account Code No.
001000. 290201. 6. 875.
At the sole discretion of the City additional vendors may be added to the list at any time, to
maintain sufficient names and to ensure competition.
BACKGROUND
On June 25, 2004, the City issued invitation for Bids No. 03-04-110, for Police Service Dogs.
Two (2) responses were received and deemed qualified.
The Police Department's service dogs are an effective law enforcement tool. The dogs are used
to search buildings, perimeters, etc., for suspects who are hiding. The dog's sensitive nose
allows it to locate the offender long before a human is able, making it safer for police officers.
The police service dogs will be purchased on a spot market, as needed basis, to replace dogs
that become disabled due to medical reasons, retirements and other emergencies. Spot market
purchase is when, at the time of need, you solicit pricing for goods or services desired, preferably,
during favorable market conditions.
FISCAL IMPACT: None, budgeted item.
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Should you have any questions, or require additional information regarding this item,
please contact my office and 1 will have a Police Department representative provide you
with needed information.