Bonner County commissioners approved a series of sheriff's office procurement and contract items during the Nov. 25 meeting.

The sheriff's office requested approval to purchase parts to outfit three 2025 Chevrolet Silverados for patrol use, totaling $44,987.85 from Frontline Communication Systems. The sheriff's representative said buying an experienced outfitter saved staff time and modest per‑item cost compared with piecemeal purchases.

The board also approved a medical services contract with Dr. Troy W. Guimann to provide medical services for adult and juvenile detention for a one‑year term running 09/30/2025–09/30/2026 at a cost not to exceed $51,400 annually. The sheriff's office said the contract helps avoid costly inmate transports when a physician is available to serve the facility.

An ammunition purchase of $20,670.54 from Salt Lake Wholesale Sports — split among patrol, jail and the marine division — was approved; the sheriff noted the vendor had reliably supplied law enforcement throughout supply shortages.

The board approved a three‑year food services agreement with Trinity Services Group for jail meals. Staff said the contract carries roughly a 14% increase over the prior agreement and estimated a per‑meal cost of about $3.15; the county budget contains funds to cover the change.

Finally, the board approved surplus and disposal resolutions to list a replaced Vulcan oven and an older large floor mixer for public auction or scrap if no bids are received.

Why it matters: these actions authorize operating contracts and capital outfitting that support law enforcement operations and detention services; the medical contract and food services have ongoing operational implications for detention budgets and inmate care.