Title
Extended Warranties for Aircraft Cameras Contract - RFA-25-0625 - Request for Award (Ordinance S-51985) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Wescam USA, Inc. to provide extended warranties for aircraft cameras for the Phoenix Police Department. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The total value of the contract will not exceed $498,000.
Report
Summary
This contract will provide maintenance and support services for the Phoenix Police Department's WESCAM MX10 electro-optic/infrared (OE/IR) camera systems which are integral to the department's airborne patrol operations. These camera systems enable the department to support a wide array of law enforcement operations across the City. The increasing demand for airborne support has highlighted the need for regular maintenance and support services to ensure that these critical systems for tactical and strategic operations remain operational and up-to-date. This contract will ensure proper functionality and operational readiness of these systems, which are currently used by the Air Support Unit in its fleet of patrol helicopters.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, standard competition was waived as a result of an approved Determination Memo based on the following reason: Special Circumstances Without Competition. Research was conducted by the Phoenix Police Department, and it was determined that Wescam USA, Inc., is the exclusive provider of all MX-10 models and series. Wescam products are manufactured, sold, and distributed exclusively by Wescam USA, Inc.
Contract Term
The contract will begin on or about June 1, 2025, for a five-year term with no options to extend.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $498,000 for the five-year aggregate term. Funding is available in the Police Department's operating budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.