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Commission approves $90,000 sole‑source purchase of used BearCat for sheriff

Christian County Commission · May 7, 2026
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Summary

The commission approved a sole‑source purchase (SS‑2026‑1) of a used 2011 BearCat armored vehicle for the sheriff's office at a cost of $90,000 plus shipping, funded from the sheriff's budget. Commissioners questioned necessity and noted a previously sold county vehicle.

Miss Kim, the county purchasing representative, presented sole‑source procurement SS‑2026‑1 for the sheriff's office and described a 2011 BearCat vehicle offered by the sole manufacturer/distributor. She said the vehicle is intended for critical incidents, including active‑shooter responses, hostage rescues and…

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