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Rescinded $9.8 million armed security contract
Summary
The council canceled a nearly $10 million armed security guards contract because the contractor never delivered the required performance bond.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Frees up to $9.8 million in budgeted funds for re-award.
✅Who benefits
Taxpayers, by avoiding a contract with a non-performing vendor.
⚠️Who could be affected
The vendor, Unique Security & Consulting Services, LLC.
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