Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Safety to enter into a contract with Meggitt Training Systems, Inc. for the upgrade the indoor shooting range system for the Division of Police.
The Columbus Division of Police renovated the indoor shooting range with bond funds in 2011 by upgrading the running target and trap system of the range. This upgrade is necessary as the company no longer makes or is able to fix any existing problems that may arise with regards to the old system. The XWT carrier system that will be upgraded is a mechanical carrier system that manipulates targets within the range and offer Police officers accurate and realistic targets on which to practice. All internal mechanical equipment, external armor and all target stations will be upgraded. This upgrade will ensure that the Columbus Division of Police continues to be compliant with State Mandates.
Bid Information: This contract is awarded pursuant to the sole source provisions of Chapter 329 of Columbus City Code due to the proprietary nature of Meggitt Training Systems, Inc., as they have the necessary expertise and can upgrade the existing system that was previously installed by Meggitt Training Systems, Inc., The conversion to a new system will be cost prohibitive.
This company is not debarred according to the Federal excluded parties listing or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State unresolved findings for recovery certified search.
Contract Compliance No.: CC72995-10186 Expires 8-21-2017
Emergency Designation: Emergency legislation is requested so that the Division of Police may upgrade the indoor shooting range system in order to maintain functionality of the range so the Division of Police can remain in compliance with all State and Division mandated requirements with regards to firearms certifications.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $235,263.39 with Meggitt Training Systems...
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