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PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Adult and Juvenile Probation Departments, Circuit Court of Cook County, Office of the Chief Judge
Vendor: Galls, LLC, Lexington , Kentucky
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Ballistic Vests
Original Contract Period: 4/15/2023 - 4/14/2026 with two (2), one (1) year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: Renewal period 4/15/2026 - 4/14/2027
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $113,120.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Procurement, 4/27/2023, $113,120.00
Increase Requested: $100,000.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Contract Utilization: The Contract-Specific goal set on this contract is Zero.
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY FY 2026 $60,000.00, FY 2027 $40,000.
Accounts: 11100.1280.14805.530105.00000.00000
Contract Number(s): 2204-10280
Summary: The Adult and Juvenile Probation Departments, Circuit Court of Cook County, Office of the Chief Judge is requesting authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew and increase the contract with Galls, LLC. This contract is for ballistic vests to improve personal safety during activities or environments where there is a potential risk of injury. The vest provides essential protective equipment, helping reduce the likelihood of serious harm and supporting responsible risk management. Investing in appropriate safety gear is a proactive measure to ensure preparedness and well-being.
Competitive bidding procedures were followed in accordance with the Cook County Procurement Code. Galls, LLC was the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder.
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