Council authorizes purchase of 12 Ford Explorers for Sandy Springs Police Department totaling up to $597,900
July 21, 2026 | Sandy Springs, Fulton County, Georgia
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The council approved staff's request to purchase a fleet of 12 Ford Explorers for the Sandy Springs Police Department.
SSPD Captain James McNab told the council the vehicles are available on the lot and the purchase price is set until the end of the month. "My request is for the purchase of 12 Ford Explorers from Wade Ford in a total that will not exceed $597,900," McNab said, noting funding was included in the FY27 adopted budget. City staff emphasized timely approval would secure the quoted price and allow the procurement policies and procedures to proceed.
Council voted to approve the purchase by voice vote; staff will advance procurement and scheduling to outfit the units for police service.
SSPD Captain James McNab told the council the vehicles are available on the lot and the purchase price is set until the end of the month. "My request is for the purchase of 12 Ford Explorers from Wade Ford in a total that will not exceed $597,900," McNab said, noting funding was included in the FY27 adopted budget. City staff emphasized timely approval would secure the quoted price and allow the procurement policies and procedures to proceed.
Council voted to approve the purchase by voice vote; staff will advance procurement and scheduling to outfit the units for police service.
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