TITLE
Title
PURCHASE OF REPLACEMENT FIREARMS FOR THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Sheriff Danny H. Rogers (Captain Matt Suits)
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BACKGROUND
Background
The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) is continuing its phased replacement of firearms issued to deputy sheriffs and armed detention officers. Regular training and daily use cause wear to firearms and their components, including night sights, which help officers aim in low-light conditions. Replacing aging firearms helps ensure that issued equipment remains reliable and safe to operate.
The Sheriff’s Office previously replaced issued sidearms in 2002, 2009, and 2016. The current replacement plan includes transitioning most of its Glock Model 17 and Model 19 9mm pistols to the Glock Model 47.
On October 16, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners approved the FY2026 phase of the plan, authorizing the purchase of 341 pistols from Amchar Wholesale Inc. for $249,612. For the FY2027 phase, GCSO proposes purchasing 190 firearms from Amchar Wholesale Inc. through North Carolina State Contract 4615A for Ammunition and Firearms. The proposal identifies a cost of $102,656.75, net $59,889.05 in previously approved surplus firearms to be applied toward the purchase.
GCSO also proposes purchasing accessories for the new firearms, including optics, lights, slings, upgraded rails, additional magazines, and grips, from Dana Safety Supply for $97,937.50 through the same state contract.
Funding for these purchases is included in the FY2027 major equipment plan.
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BUDGET IMPACT
Budget Impact
NO ADDITIONAL COUNTY FUNDS REQUIRED
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REQUESTED ACTION
Requested Action
(1) Approve the purchase of 190 firearms without competitive bidding, as authorized by state bidding exemption of G.S. 143-129(e) (9) from Amchar Wholesale Inc. per NC state contract 4615A for a total cost of $102,656.75; and
(2) Authorize the purchase of peripherals and attachments without competitive bidding, as authorized by state b...
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