Title
Police Aviation Flight Simulator
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract to Frasca International, Inc. for the purchase of a Flight Simulator and maintenance for four years, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two, one year-terms and amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Kerr Putney, Police
Kenneth Anderson, Police
Explanation
§ Since 2006, the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has used the current flight simulator to assist CMPD’s nine pilots in maintaining pilot licenses and increasing proficiency by supplementing aircraft training.
§ The flight simulator allows CMPD to train pilots at a lower cost than actual flight time, including training on critical emergency procedures.
§ CMPD’s current flight simulator is at the end of its useful life and a replacement is required to retain Federal Aviation Administration certification.
§ On April 10, 2018, the City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); three proposals were received.
§ Frasca International, Inc. best meets the City’s needs in terms of qualifications, customer service, maintenance resources, cost, and responsiveness to RFP requirements.
§ Total estimated expenditures are $199,900.
Charlotte Business INClusion
No subcontracting goal was established because there are no opportunities (Part B: Section 2.3 of the Charlotte Business INClusion Policy)
Fiscal Note
Funding: Police Operating Budget