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Approval of Contract with Dana Safety Supply, Inc, in the Amount of $125,775 to Purchase Protective Vests for Durham County Sheriff's Office Detention Officers
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Date of BOCC Meeting: May 27, 2025
Request for Board Action:
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The Board is requested to approve a contract with Dana Safety Supply, Inc. in the amount of $125,775 to purchase protective vests for the Durham County Sheriff's Office.
This emergency protective equipment will be provided to detention officers at the Durham County Sheriff's Office, a level of protection currently not in place. Detention officers are locating and seizing 20 homemade weapons per month, on average. Protective vests for detention officers will differ from the typical ballistic-rated vests worn by law enforcement and are designed to be stab-resistant. These vests will increase confidence and officer safety during these encounters.
This request was initially submitted during the FY24-25 Budget Process and once again in the FY25-26 Budget Process. After further review, the 2024 SCAAP Grant was identified as an alternative funding source to purchase (180) protective vests. This number of vests will cover the current workforce, including replacements. The SCAAP Grant was previously recognized by the Board and currently existing within the Sheriff's Office budget (25-0072). Dana Safety Supply, Inc. is on State Contract and doesn't require a formal bid process. North Carolina General Statute 143-129(e) (9) allows local governments to be exempted from competitive bidding requirements in lieu of purchasing furnishings/equipment through NC State Contract."
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This agenda item aligns with Goal 3: Safe Community
Resource Persons: Bryce Meyers, Major of Detention Services, Durham County Sheriff's Office; Clarence Birkhead, Durham County Sheriff.
County Manager's Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board approve a contract with Dana Safety Supply, Inc. in t...
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