Approval for the purchase of two (2) hybrid License Plate Readers ($44,480) and one (1) ALPR Trailer ($35,340), piggyback GSA Contract No. GS-07F-089CA, from Morganelli & Associates, Deland, FL, for a total cost not to exceed $79,820.

The Police Department requests approval to purchase two (2) hybrid License Plate Readers ($44,480) and one (1) ALPR Trailer ($35,340).  These equipment items are part of the FPPD's overall surveillance system upgrades funded by the Allegany Franciscan - Restoring the Common Good grant.  The License Plate Readers will be strategically positioned to capture license plate information on vehicles that are potentially fleeing from criminal activity.  Coupling this equipment with the video surveillance upgrades that have already been provided by the Allegany award will create a comprehensive surveillance system/format.

The Purchasing Department has reviewed this request and found that all information and justification to be correct.  It is on the basis that I recommend that competitive procurement be waived and that the above item be treated as a "Piggyback" commodity.

The Police Department recommends approval of this request.

The alternative is for the Police Department to proceed with any alternate instructions the Commission provides.

Frank J. Amandro, Deputy Chief

Anthony Maynard, Grant Coordinator & John Schramm, Sergeant