# Peoria Plans Second Public Safety Helicopter Purchase

Peoria, Arizona, is preparing a **$5.79 million** purchase of a second public safety helicopter, including the aircraft, specialized police equipment, use tax, inspection, and ferry travel. A $2.85 million U.S. Department of Justice grant would cover part of the cost; the city’s $2.94 million share includes $952,000 already approved by the city council. The signal does not identify a vendor, solicitation, or procurement contact.

- The potential acquisition creates an opportunity related to the aircraft and associated police equipment and services, but the procurement route and vendor selection details are not yet provided.
- Contractors interested in the purchase can follow City of Peoria procurement notices for solicitation details and any requirements for the aircraft, equipment, inspection, or delivery.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Transportation
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 09, 2026

### Government Entities
- City of Peoria
- U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)

### Sources
- [Peoria on precipice of paying for second public safety helicopter - Daily Independent](https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/peoria-on-precipice-of-paying-for-second-public-safety-helicopter,739332) - Your Valley