TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: William Evans, Chief of Police
SUBJECT:
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Award of Contract for Peregrine Technologies
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BACKGROUND:
The Joliet Police Department is seeking to modernize its data infrastructure to better serve the community and optimize daily operations. Currently, the Department relies on several independent systems for critical functions, including records management (Axon and Motorola), 911 dispatch, video evidence, license plate readers, and administrative tools. While these platforms operate effectively on their own, they currently function independently. Integrating these distinct data sources represents a significant opportunity to streamline workflows; rather than navigating multiple separate logins and screens, staff could access comprehensive information through a single interface. This alignment would allow officers and investigators to more rapidly identify connections between suspects, vehicles, and locations, enhancing the thoroughness and speed of investigations.
Additionally, upgrading to an integrated system will advance the Department’s analytical capabilities. Moving away from a reliance on periodic third-party reporting, a modern data solution would provide the Department with direct autonomy over its statistics. This shift ensures that leadership has immediate access to real-time or near-real-time data, facilitating more agile, data-driven decision-making and allowing for dynamic resource deployment in response to current trends.
The Public Safety Committee will review this matter.
CONCLUSION:
To achieve these operational improvements, the Department recommends the implementation of Peregrine Technologies. Peregrine functions as a robust integration layer, consolidating our existing systems into a unified interface-often referred to as a "single pane of glass." This capability allows officers, detectives, and analysts to query all Department data simultaneously, significantly reducing research time. This tool will serve as a force multiplier for our Real-Time Crime Center and Investigations Unit, accelerating case development and supporting proactive policing efforts.
Crucially, this technology strengthens Officer Wellness by connecting dispatch data with administrative records. By cross-referencing exposure to critical incidents against sick time usage and disciplinary history, the Department can identify early warning signs of trauma or burnout. This data-driven insight allows leadership to proactively offer support and mental health resources before issues impact an officer's well-being or career.
Furthermore, Peregrine enhances the accessibility and security of our data. The platform provides authorized staff with instant access to up-to-date statistics via computer or smartphone, ensuring leadership has the information needed for timely oversight. All data is managed in a secure cloud environment that meets FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) standards. This modern architecture not only strengthens data protection but also provides a resilient off-site backup, ensuring business continuity and safeguarding Department records against local hardware issues.
For 2026, the payment to Peregrine Enterprise will be $199,500 for these contracted services.
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Year 2026 payment |
$199,500 |
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Year 2027 payment |
$205,485 |
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Year 2028 payment |
$211,650 |
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Year 2029 payment |
$217,990 |
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Year 2030 payment |
$224,530 |
Section 2-438 of the City of Joliet Code of Ordinances states that purchases whose estimated cost is in excess of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be awarded without written specifications or bidding. Two of these circumstances apply:
1. (a) Purchases when may by practicably made from a single source
2. (f) Purchases when authorized by a concurring vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the mayor and city council
Peregrine is a single-source provider of the above-described items.
Sufficient funds are currently allocated for this project in the 2026 budget utilizing the following budget code (Contract Services: Org 06001000, Object 524200).
RECOMMENDATION:
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Based on the above, it is recommended that the Mayor and City Council authorize the award of contract to Peregrine Technologies in the total amount of $1,059,155 over 5 years for the above-listed system.
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