Title
Forensic Equipment and Supplies - Maricopa County Cooperative Contract - 14023-C (Ordinance S-44676)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to utilize the Maricopa County Cooperative Contract awarded as a result of solicitation 14023-C, and to enter into a contract with Arrowhead Scientific, Inc. for Forensic Equipment and Supplies. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $45,500.
Report
Summary
Forensic Equipment and Supplies are an integral part of the Police Department to accurately and efficiently process crime scenes, collect and impound evidence, and analyze items of evidence related to criminal investigations. In addition, this equipment is a critical part of the Police Department's effort to provide life safety services to the public and for use in critical incidents and complicated scenes.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, a participating agreement is required when the City uses a cooperative agreement from another public agency. The contract was awarded through a competitive process consistent with the City's procurement processes, as set forth in the Phoenix City Code, Chapter 43. The Maricopa County contract covers the purchases of Forensic Equipment and Supplies, and was awarded on Aug. 21, 2014.
Contract Term
The five-year contract term shall begin on or about June 1, 2018.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $45,500. Funds are available in the Police Department's budget.
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Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Police Department.