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PROBATION DEPARTMENT - Chief Probation Officer Pam Gonzalez
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Requested Action(s)
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a) TRANSFER OF FUNDS: PROBATION, B-3 From Miscellaneous Revenue (2037 - 471120) to Contingency (2002-59000), $52,947.63; and from Contingency (2002-59000) to Vehicles (2037-57605), $52,947.63 (Requires 4/5’s vote)
b) BID WAIVER
1) Request to adopt the finding that California State Contract 1-22-23-23E with Elk Grove Auto for the acquisition of one (1) new 2025 Chrysler Pacifica meets all Tehama County bidding criteria and allows the County to take advantage of special low pricing without the time and expense involved with conducting a formal bid process
2) Request to find it in the best interest of the County to waive the formal bid process for the acquisition of one (1) new 2025 Chrysler Pacifica based on the finding
3) Request authorization for the Purchasing Agent to sign a purchase order with Elk Grove Auto for the acquisition of one (1) new 2025 Chrysler Pacifica for Tehama County Probation Department in the amount of $52,947.63
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Financial Impact:
This vehicle acquisition is the replacement of a previously wrecked vehicle. Insurance claim process has been completed. There is no impact to the General Fund.
Background Information:
The Probation Department previously owned a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan which was utilized by our Major Crimes Task Force agent. In November 2023, it was involved in an accident and was damaged beyond repair. In February 2025, Trindel authorized replacing the wrecked vehicle. In August 2025, a quote was provided to Trindel and authorization was given to proceed with the acquisition of a 2025 Chrysler Pacifica.