Municipal Fleet Modernization and Public Safety Vehicle Acquisition
San Antonio
Summary
The city is purchasing 177 new vehicles for the San Antonio Police Department to maintain patrol operations and public safety. This $8.5 million purchase covers replacement and expansion vehicles.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
The contract totals $8,529,447.03, split between the General Fund and the Equipment Replacement & Renewal Fund.
San Antonio residents and police officers relying on modern, reliable emergency vehicles.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Manager Delegation - Aug 20, 2026
The San Antonio Police Department is looking to acquire a specialized mobile robot to assist with dangerous situations like barricaded suspects and hostage rescues. The purchase would be entirely covered by a federal security grant.
City Manager Delegation - Jul 23, 2026
The city is approving purchases and repair agreements for police patrol vehicles, automotive glass, and facility overhead doors to maintain municipal operations.
City Manager Delegation - Apr 16, 2026
The city is purchasing 177 new vehicles for the San Antonio Police Department to maintain patrol operations and public safety. This $8.5 million purchase covers replacement and expansion vehicles.
City Manager Delegation - Feb 12, 2026
The city is investing in replacement parts for garbage trucks and grapplers, alongside new chassis and upfitting for fire department ambulances. These purchases help maintain reliable daily services and emergency response times for residents.
City Manager Delegation - Feb 5, 2026
The city proposed a $130,435 contract to equip emergency response vehicles for the Fire Department and Texas Task Force 1 operations. Grant funding from federal security programs supports the purchase.
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