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| TO: | City of New Port Richey City Council | | FROM: | Kim Bogart, Chief of Police | | DATE: | 5/17/2016 | | RE: | Request to Purchase Body-Bug Equipment |
REQUEST:
I respectfully request Council approve this request for the purchase of a Geonautics Wallaby Remote Listening Device with 1GB Recorder and ancillary accessories from Advanced Covert Technology for a total cost of $3,855.
DISCUSSION:
The police department routinely conducts investigative operations requiring the use of convert listening and recording equipment. This type equipment makes it possible to closely monitor the operation to ensure officer safety and record information critical for successful prosecution.
After extensive evaluation, we have determined the Geonautics Wallaby Remote Listening Device with 1GB Recorder is appropriate for our needs. The device and accessories will be purchased from Advanced Covert Technology -- P.O. Box 3234 Evans, Georgia 30809.
RECOMMENDATION:
I recommend the purchase of a Geonautics Wallaby Remote Listening Device with Recorder and accessories for a total cost of $3,855 from Advanced Covert Technology.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT:
This equipment will be purchased using forfeiture funds; therefore, there will not be a direct fiscal impact to the police department budget. | | | |