Title/Name/Summary
2026 Police Department Vehicle Purchases
History
Utilizing the fleet assessment conducted in 2021, a long-term vehicle replacement plan was developed to standardize the Village’s fleet and maintain an appropriately sized and aged fleet to minimize maintenance costs and downtime.
The 2026 Fiscal Year Budget includes the replacement of three (3) police vehicles and the addition of seven (7) police vehicles.
The Orland Park Police Department (PD) is transitioning to a twelve (12) hour shift schedule for patrol officers. This change necessitates higher demand for vehicles. The current fleet is insufficient to equip the expanded workforce, which will result in accelerated wear, increased maintenance costs, and a shorter vehicle replacement cycle.
An additional five (5) patrol cars and two (2) Supervisor vehicles are required to facilitate the additional officers and Supervisors. A sixth squad will replace Unit 1424, a 2021 Ford Explorer Police Utility Interceptor.
The Tactical Unit at PD currently utilizes a 2015 Ford Taurus, a 2012 Mazda 3, and a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. One (1) Bronco Sport will replace the Taurus, and one (1) Bronco Sport will replace the Mazda 3 and the Grand Prix.
Staff would like to proceed with the purchase of six (6) Ford Explorer Police Utility Interceptors, two (2) Ford Expedition Special Service Vehicles, and two (2) Ford Bronco Sports from Sutton Ford of Matteson, Illinois. Sutton has the State contract for the Ford Explorers and is part of the cooperative purchasing group Sourcewell for the other vehicles.
This agenda item is being considered by the Committee of the Whole and the Village Board of Trustees on the same night.
Financial Impact
Funds in the amount of $470,101.88 are allocated in account 3008040-570200 for these purchases.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve participation in joint purchasing cooperatives;
AND
Authorize the approval and execution of a vendor contract with Sutton For...
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