Item 17 - Approve Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.

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Police Department www.santa-ana.org/pol ice Item # 17 o`'r City of Santa Ana 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Staff Report October 1, 2024 TOPIC: Taser 10 Equipment AGENDA TITLE Approve Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Taser Equipment (General Fund and Non -General Fund) RECOMMENDED ACTION Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the provision of Taser 10 equipment to the Santa Ana Police Department for a five year period beginning December 15, 2024 to December 14, 2029, in an amount not to exceed $1,963,569 (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX). GOVERNMENT CODE 484308 APPLIES: Yes DISCUSSION On December 17, 2019, the City Council authorized a five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (Axon) for the purchase of the Taser 7 model equipment for the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) to provide police officers with a less -lethal enforcement option that minimizes the risk of harm to both officers and suspects. Prior to this contract, the police officers were using the older X-26 and X-26P models. As the end of the five-year period nears, approximately 400 of the Taser 7 models have reached their operational lifespan and are due for replacement. Upon expiration of the current agreement on December 16, 2024, the Taser 7 will no longer be under warranty and SAPD would be fully responsible for all liabilities resulting from the continued use of the Taser 7 model. Hence, the Police Department conducted research and identified the Taser 10 as the most suitable successor. The Taser 10 has several enhancements that surpass the capabilities of the Taser 7 models. The enhancements include an improved dart design which provides a higher likelihood of achieving temporary neuromuscular incapacitation when deployed. Additionally, the laser aiming system for Taser 10 provides superior accuracy and effectiveness through thick clothing. The Taser 10 also features an audible feature that