Council unanimously approves $43,993 bid for a pursuit-rated police utility vehicle

The Vienna City Council voted unanimously to accept a sealed bid and procure a 2026 pursuit‑rated all‑wheel‑drive police utility vehicle from Charlie’s Dodge for $43,993.

Staff presented sealed bid results that listed Stephens Auto at $44,620 and Charlie’s Dodge at $43,993. The budget and finance committee recommended awarding the contract to Charlie’s Dodge and confirmed funding was available in account 01‑455‑59, supplemented by proceeds from the sale of old equipment.

Council members discussed vehicle rotation and the need to replace a ten‑year‑old cruiser with persistent electrical problems that made repairs impractical; replacing the unit now, staff said, restores the intended vehicle rotation and avoids a budget revision. After discussion, the council made and seconded a motion to accept the recommendation and polled members; recorded votes were unanimous in favor.

The vehicle is expected to be placed in service after outfitting and equipping, with staff estimating delivery and in‑service timing in mid‑to‑late summer.