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Urban Areas Security Initiative Program Training Services November 21, 2023 Page 2 3 8 8 0 In an effort to address the unique needs of a high-density, high-threat urban area, the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area (ASAUA) allocates a set percentage of its annual grant allocation to fund training for the Orange County region. With oversight from the Santa Ana Police Department Homeland Security Division, the ASAUA Homeland Security Regional Training Program is designed to provide the ASAUA stakeholders with regional training necessary to meet the goals and objectives set forth in the ASAUA' s homeland security strategy and target capabilities identified in the Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA). The goal of these agreements is to enhance the capabilities of the current program by providing access to a wide range of training in support of a comprehensive and regional approach. In July of 2023, the Police Department issued three Request for Proposals (RFP #23- 110A, #23-111A, and #23-114A) to identify and qualify suitable vendors capable of delivering a broad choice of homeland security related training courses taught by subject matter experts and/or recognized professionals in the field of fire, public health, and emergency management. Additionally, the RFP sought to identify and qualify suitable vendors who are capable of developing and delivering a broad range of homeland security related trainings. The three (3) RFPs were advertised on July 13, 2023 and proposals were solicited. A summary of the proposals and offers received is as follows: 1,254 24 Vendors were notified Santa Ana vendors notified 76 Vendors downloaded the RFP 13 Proposals received 0 Proposals received from a Santa Ana vendor Proposals were opened on August 10, 2023 and evaluated. An evaluation team reviewed and rated all proposals received to determine if necessary qualifications were met. The proposals were evaluated and scored according to criteria identified within the RFP, including Responsiveness to RFQ (15%), Experience of Firm and Personnel (50%), Reasonableness of Cost (25%), and References (10%). Of the thirteen (13) proposals received, twelve (12) were determined to be responsive and qualified based on their response to the specifications and requirements identified by the City. After the evaluation process, the Santa Ana Police Department Homeland Security Division selected two vendors, Utility Response Training Associates, LLC and Mission-Centered Solutions, Inc. to provide training courses on an as-needed basis. The addition of Utility Response Training Associates, LLC and Mission-Centered Solutions, Inc. as vendors will support the Homeland Security Training Program to enhance capabilities across multiple disciplines and jurisdictions. Mission-Centered Solutions, Inc. will provide fire service leadership training courses in the total amount of