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County approves $303,568 camera system purchase for new jail; sheriff to sign notice to proceed
Summary
The board approved purchase documents and requested signatures for a camera system for the new jail and law enforcement center. The Sourcewell repurchase quote brought cost to $303,568; equipment will be ordered on sheriff’s signature and shipped to installer DSC.
Koochiching County approved a procurement step to buy a security camera system for the new jail and law enforcement center and authorized signatures so vendors can order equipment.
Administration reported that an initial vendor price near $380,000 was reduced after repurchasing through Sourcewell to a contract price of $303,568. Information systems staff vetted the purchase; DSC is the planned installer. Staff presented a notice‑to‑proceed that requires the sheriff’s signature so the vendor can order equipment and schedule installation.
Board members said the system is required to meet operational and statutory needs for the facility and approved the recommended purchase and signatures.
