Title
Purchase of Telemax Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robot and Accessories (Ordinance S-45467)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Telerob USA Inc. for a one-time purchase to provide the Police Department Bomb Squad with a Telemax Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Robot and accessories in the amount not to exceed $465,000. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
The Police Department Bomb Squad responds to calls for service involving suspected explosives, suspicious devices, and unknown substances within the City of Phoenix, as well as supporting other valley agencies without bomb squads. The Telemax EOD robot is used to remotely examine, identify and render safe improvised explosive devices while allowing for surveillance and inspection from a safe position. It is also capable of holding tools and meters used for detection and investigation of chemical, biological, or toxic substances. Additionally, this robot provides enhanced communications in the form of droppable repeaters. These repeaters allow for longer range signal capabilities, and improved functionality through and around barriers. The repeaters also contain cameras which enable them to be used a surveillance platforms as needed.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, normal competition was waived as a result of a Special Circumstance Without Competition Determination Memo citing Telerob USA Inc. as the sole provider of the Telemax EOD Robot and Accessories. A Special Circumstance Without Competition Determination Memo was completed and approved by the Deputy Finance Director recommending the Procurement with Telerob USA Inc. be accepted.
Contract Term
The contract term will begin on or about March 21, 2019 and end on or about March 20, 2020.
Financial Impact
Expenditures against this one-time contract shall not exceed the amount of $465,000. Funds are available in the Police Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Police Department.