Commissioners approve Livingston vendor for sheriff vehicle wiring and equipment installation

Staff presented two written quotes to rewire and outfit sheriff vehicles after two department vehicles were lost to accidents. Somtek (Rapid City) quoted $21,770; Dana Safety (Livingston) quoted $14,630 (plus an optional $524.99 cell‑booster). Commissioners discussed the price gap, the 3–4 month lead time and whether the quoted price will be honored across fiscal years. Staff said vendors would begin ordering equipment after a formal go‑ahead and would confirm any firm pricing at acceptance.

Commissioner motion and second to proceed with the Livingston vendor passed by roll call/voice (motion authorized staff to sign the quote and move forward). Commissioners also discussed handling radio and in‑car repeater installation separately and suggested the county radio technician perform that work so radios can be checked and reprogrammed before reinstallation.

Meeting notes show three procurement‑related follow‑ups: confirm firm pricing/contract terms with the selected vendor, arrange the radio/repeater installation with the county technician (Paul), and ensure equipment transferred from wrecked vehicles is evaluated and either reused or replaced.