Out-of-county uniform contract sparks local-buying debate
Albany County
Summary
The $250,000 uniform contract went to a Syracuse vendor because it was the only bidder that filled out the RFP correctly. Legislators voiced frustration that local and regional vendors keep submitting incomplete bids and suggested county purchasing staff help them.
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Last discussed Aug 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $250,000 for a one-year contract with two one-year renewals.
The Sheriff's Office, which gets guaranteed 24-hour uniform turnaround at the low bid price.
Local and regional uniform vendors who lost the bid, partly due to incomplete bid submissions.
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