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*', OF 50, )' . <br />City of Sunny Isles Beach <br />18070 Collins Avenue <br />Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 <br />(305) 947-0606 City Hall <br />(305) 949-3113 Fax <br />MEMORANDUM <br />TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners <br />VIA: Stan Morris, City Manager <br />FROM: Edward Santiago, Chief of Police <br />DATE: November 20, 2025 <br />RE: Authorization to Expend Budgeted Funds for the Purchase of Field Force/Riot <br />Equipment for the Police Department <br />RECOMMENDATION: <br />Staff recommends approval of this Resolution. <br />REASONS: <br />The Police department is requesting approval to purchase field force and riot control gear/equipment <br />for all sworn officers from Tactical Edge Consulting, LLC, under the Miami -Dade County Contract #RTQ- <br />02181. The total cost of this procurement will not exceed $167,750.00. The equipment includes gas <br />masks with accessories, ballistic shields, rifle -rated body armor plates, and tactical plate carriers. This <br />gear is essential to ensure officer safety and preparedness during crowd control operations, civil <br />disturbances, and emergency response situations. As our city continues to grow and attract more <br />visitors for high -profile events, including the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 and the G20 Summit, it is <br />increasingly important that our department is equipped with reliable and modern protective <br />equipment. Additionally, the general rise in public demonstrations and large gatherings requires a <br />proactive approach to officer readiness. This investment will enhance our operational capabilities, <br />support officer safety, and help maintain public order during high -risk scenarios while aligning with best <br />practices in law enforcement preparedness. <br />FUNDING SOURCE: <br />Funds are available in account no. 600-3-5210-464150-99504 and 600-3-5210-464151-99504. <br />Item Number: 9.0 <br />131 <br />