Title
Airfield Information Management Contract - RFA 24-007 - Request for Award (Ordinance S-50172)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Saab Inc. to provide an airfield information management and collaborative decision making software subscription through ongoing implementation of the Aerobahn suite of products at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Airport). Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The total value of the contract will not exceed $1,950,000.
Report
Summary
The contract will provide for ongoing licensing and operation and maintenance of the Aerobahn system that assists with Airport operational decision making, gate utilization management, gathering of performance statistics, and managing irregular operations at the Airport. The Aerobahn system tracks aircraft on Airport runways and taxiways to enhance safety, efficiency, situational awareness, and support playback of real-time surveillance data. This capability is instrumental in managing diversions, researching airfield incursions, identifying operational trends, and implementing new procedures that mitigate delays and enhance airfield safety. The Aerobahn suite of products includes Aerobahn Surface Manager, Global Flight Manager, Vehicle Tracking, and Airport Status Dashboard.
This item has been reviewed and approved by the Information Technology Services Department.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, standard competition was waived as a result of an approved Determination Memo based on Special Circumstances Without Competition.
Contract Term
The term of the contract will begin on or about Oct. 1, 2023. The term is five years with no options to extend.
Financial Impact
The contract value will be up to $1,950,000 for the five-year contract term.
Funding is available in the Aviation Department's budget.
Location
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. 2485 E. Buckeye Road, Phoenix Ariz.
Council District: 8
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Mario Paniagua and the Aviation Department.