Submitted By
Anthony Ambrose, Chief of Police
Reviewed By
LKS
Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution Approving a Purchase Price Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the Purchase of 50 Yellow Handle, Class IIII X2 TASERS in an Amount not to Exceed $149,772.25, Authorizing its Execution and Waiving the Village's Bid Process for said Purchase
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Overview
Overview
The Police Chief has advised his intent to deploy TASERs to on-duty sworn staff, subject to the budget appropriation. The goal of the proposal is to improve officer safety and reduce lost work time due to injury.
Body
Staff Recommendation
The Oak Park Police Department respectfully recommends that the Village Board waivedispense with competitive bidding and approve the purchase of 50 Yellow Handle, Class III, X2 TASERs CEW (conducted electronic weapon) with AXON Enterprises Incorporated, a sole source, to supply conducted electronic weapons to the Police Department.
Fiscal Impact
The Police Department is seeking approval for a budget appropriation of $89,999.97 for the down payment and shipping cost to purchase 50 Yellow Handle, Class III, X2 TASERs. The cost for purchasing 50 Yellow Handle, Class III, X2 TASERs over a five year period is $149,772.25, with the first year Village Board funding appropriation of $89,999.97 and years two through five annually at 14,943.20. All funds will come from the Police Department annual budget. The cost includes the equipment as well as five years of warranty coverage and training.
Background
According to a study conducted by the Police Executive Research Forum, through a grant funded by the United States Department of Justice in 2011, "ECWs (electronic conducted weapons) have had a significant influence in American law enforcement agencies. Perhaps no other weapon has had such a dramatic impact. When used appropriately with a full understanding of their risks, ECWs are useful weapons that can effectively help officers to resolve serious situations. ...
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