Title
Safran Helicopter Engines USA, Inc., Parts and Services - RFA 18-138 - Amendment (Ordinance S-49548)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee to allow additional expenditures under Contract 150597 with Safran Helicopter Engines USA, Inc. (Safran) for the purchase of aircraft parts and services for the Police Department Air Support Unit's helicopters. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The additional expenditures will not exceed $1,430,000.
Report
Summary
This contract will provide helicopter parts and services in support of the Police Department's Air Support Unit. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandates routine maintenance and performance of overhauls to ensure safe operation of the aircraft fleet. Once an aircraft component reaches its service life limit or time between overhaul, the aircraft is restricted from flying until the appropriate maintenance is accomplished. Therefore, repairs must be completed in a timely manner. Safran Helicopter Engines USA, Inc. is the only FAA authorized repairer for the City's hydro-mechanical unit and for other helicopter parts. The additional funds will allow for the continued purchase of critical parts and services throughout the remainder of the contract term.
Contract Term
The contract term remains unchanged, ending on July 2, 2024.
Financial Impact
Upon approval of $1,430,000 in additional funds, the revised aggregate value of the contract will not exceed $5,430,000. Funds are available in the Police Department’s budget.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
The City Council previously reviewed this request:
• Safran Helicopter Engines USA, Inc., Parts and Services - Contract 150597 - Ordinance S-45920 on July 3, 2019;
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.