Police Bureau Terminates Consulting Contract With Former Employee
Briefly

The Portland Police Bureau has decided to terminate its no-bid contract with Ferraris Investigations early, following inquiries about the contract's scope and expenses. Chief Bob Day acknowledged concerns over potential cronyism with Ferraris, a former PPB assistant chief, and stated the cancellation is a cost-saving measure amid a high staff turnover. The firm was contracted for organizational planning, with questions raised about the necessity of a sole-source agreement. As of May, nearly $42,390 had been spent on the contract, raising issues of proper spending and transparency.
The Portland Police Bureau's sole-source contract with Ferraris Investigations will end early following scrutiny over costs, possibly indicating a need for better contracting practices.
Chief Bob Day acknowledged the appearance of cronyism regarding the no-bid contract and emphasized compliance with city rules despite the rushed decision.
Read at Portland Mercury
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