HomeMy WebLinkAbout22D - SPEC - OCSD BOMB SQUAD ROBOTREQUEST FOR
COUNCIL. ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
TITLE:
CONTRACT AWARD TO REMOTEC
FOR ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT BOMB SQUAD
ROBOT UPGRADES
(SPEC. NO. 16 -101)
(STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1,5)
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CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDED ACTION
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
APPROVED
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As Recommended
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As Amended
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Ordinance on IstReading
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Ordinance on 2n °Reading
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Implementing Resolution
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Set Public Hearing For
CONTINUED TO
Authorize a one -time purchase and payment of purchase order to Remotec for the purchase of
necessary upgrades to the Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD) Bomb Squad robot in
the amount of $70,260, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
DISCUSSION
The United States Department of Homeland Security, Office of Grants and Training have
developed the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) funding program. This initiative is designed
to enhance the domestic preparedness of urban areas by ensuring that all emergency first
responders have adequate and appropriate equipment to prevent, respond to, and recover from
acts of terrorism. Santa Ana has been designated as an Urban Area Core City since 2003. As
such, for selected grant years, Santa Ana is the fiduciary for the region and manages projects
which include, providing training and procuring equipment utilized by the 34 jurisdictions in
Orange County.
In fiscal year 2004, the Anaheim /Santa Ana UASI Offices purchased a Remotec F6A robot for the
Orange County Sheriff's Department ( "OCSD ") Bomb Squad using Federal Department of
Homeland Security Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant funds. The robot is used exclusively by
the OCSD and is an integral part of the Bomb Squad's mission and capabilities when responding
to suspicious device /objects calls throughout the Orange County Operational Area. The City of
Santa Ana Police Department benefits from its deployment, when the need arises from a call in
the City. Its deployment continually enhances the safety of all first responders throughout the
County.
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Contract Award for OC Sheriff's Department Bomb Squad
Robot Upgrades
September 20, 2016
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The robot has aged over the 10 years to a point where software, motorized drive systems,
cameras, and other accessories are failing or are no longer supported. Upgrades are required in
all of these areas. The Santa Ana Police Department desires to use fiscal year 2015 UASI funds
to bring the robot current, so that the critical capabilities are not lost.
Remotec is the sole manufacturer and distributor for the line of F6A robot systems, including all
related upgrades, accessories, parts, training and service. As a result, staff recommends Council
approval of the recommended action.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #1 - Community Safety, Objective
#5 (provide high quality Police and Fire /Emergency Medical Services response within the City of
Santa Ana).
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds in the amount of $70,260 are available in FY 2015 UASI CAL OES Santa Ana account
(12514407-66400-16429101182-3498).
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Carlos Rojas
Chief of Police
Police Department
EG /UASI -OL
APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS:
Francisco Gutierrez
Executive Director
Finance and Management Services Agency
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