Title
Master Intergovernmental Agreement with Arizona State University for Services Associated with Police-Related Projects (Ordinance S-51767) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a Master Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Arizona Board of Regents, Arizona State University (ASU), for services associated with police-related projects in an amount not to exceed $500,000, dependent on available funding to include funds received from state and federal grants. Further request authorization to enter into project agreements as necessary within the Council-approved expenditure authority, and for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
The Phoenix Police Department would like to partner with ASU on various police-related projects involving the review and assessment of various police practices and operational procedures. ASU would make its qualified personnel and students available to the City on an as-needed basis to address the City's needs by conducting research and developing recommendations and protocols as necessary on specific projects. ASU's research and related recommendations and protocols can offer to improve police practices and procedures; enhance data collection and reporting; and ensure the law enforcement procedures assessed are aligned with best practices.
Procurement Information
A waiver is requested under Phoenix City Code (PCC) 42-20 to PCC 42-18 allowing for mutual indemnification.
Contract Term
Upon Council approval, the term of the IGA will be for five years. Provisions of this agreement include an option to renew the IGA for an additional one-year period, which may be exercised by the City Manager, or his designee.
Financial Impact
The cost to fund this agreement is $500,000, dependent on available funding to include funds received from state and federal grants. Compensation for each IRP issued by the City to ASU hereunder shall be on a cost-reimbursement basis and specified in each IRP.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
The previous IGA was approved by City Council at the December 16, 2020 meeting.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.