STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: October 11, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Jack Ireland
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a three-year service price agreement for farrier services for the Police Department - Frank Schweighart, only bidder - Estimated amount of $296,890 - Financing: General Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service price agreement is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis according to annual budgetary appropriations. The estimated amount is intended as guidance rather than a cap on spending under the agreement, so that actual need combined with the amount budgeted will determine the amount spent under this agreement.
This service price agreement will provide for farrier services for the Police Department. Farrier service is vital to maintaining the health of the horses due to the longevity of service of a police mount and the wear and tear inflicted upon their feet through the course of operations. The Mounted Squad currently stables 19 horses, which assist the Police Department's Patrol Division in all aspects of their operations including community engagement, protests, and special events. The horses must be ready to respond in emergency situations and adverse work conditions such as travelling over hard, rough surfaces or in wet environments. This unnatural wear and tear inflicted upon the hooves of the horses cause them to be worn down more quickly. The farrier's job is to ensure the horses' feet are kept healthy, securely shod with metal shoes, and correctly trimmed, thus allowing them to work without injury.
As part of the solicitation process and in an effort to increase competition, the Office of Procurement Services used its procurement s...
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