Exhibit 1-Agenda Information SheetCity of Denton
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AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET
DEPARTMENT: Materials Management
CM: Todd Hileman
DATE: October 17, 2017
SUBJECT
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for, authorizing, and approving
the purchase of Axon body-worn camera systems and associated modules which include Evidence Transfer
Manager (ETM), digital evidence management software, data storage, Taser X2 Conductive Electric
Weapons (CEWs), holsters, Taser X2 cartridges and batteries, which will be incorporated into use with the
Police Department’s existing Taser body-worn camera systems. Axon Enterprise, Inc. (formerly Taser
International, Inc.) is the sole-source manufacturer of the Taser X2 weapon system. Therefore this system
is available from only one source and in accordance with Chapter 252.022 of the Texas Local Government
Code, procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from
competitive bidding; and if over $50,000 shall be awarded by the governing body; (File 5696- awarded to
Axon Enterprise, Inc. in the five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $1,176,243.66).
FILE INFORMATION
The City of Denton Police Department currently utilizes the TASER body-worn camera system and the
TASER X2 weapon system. All 176 police officers are equipped with the camera system. Approximately
half of the officers have the Taser weapon system. This purchase is for 180 TASER 2 Weapon systems and
associated modules to supplement existing equipment and replace Tasers that are outdated and fall outside
of the manufacturer’s recommended lifespan. The equipment replacement will be phased in over a five (5)
year time-period. The attached quote is provided through Axon Enterprise, Inc. which was formerly Taser
International, Inc. (Exhibit 2). Axon Enterprise Officer Safety Plan Solution and Unlimited Cartridge Plan
solution consists of AXON Body 2 body-worn cameras, evidence transfer manager (ETM), accessories,
digital evidence management software, data storage, warranty and implementation. This body-worn camera
system is compatible with existing TASER technology and Evidence.com storage solution that is currently
being utilized by the Police Department.
The system meets the Police Department’s need to allow officers the ability to record, manage and store
digital recordings in the already existing Evidence.com storage. The ETM module allows automatic file
uploading and simultaneous recharging of body cameras. The department will be able to modernize and
standardize its Conductive Electronic Weapon (CEW) platform as well as provide training according to
best practice and manufacturer recommendations. Also, the Police Department will be provided upgraded
equipment at no additional cost to ensure the City of Denton has the most up-to-date technology. Police
Department staff is recommending a five (5) year contract in order to provide the equipment to all officers
by purchasing it in a series of installments (Exhibit 3).
City Hall
215 E. McKinney Street
Denton, Texas
www.cityofdenton.com
The Police Department has standardized to the TASER body-worn camera and weapons system. Axon
Enterprise, Inc. is the sole source provider of this equipment (Exhibit 4), therefore the equipment is only
available from one source. Section 252.022 of the Local Government Code provides that procurement of
commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if
over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
Council awarded Contract 5956 for a TASER body-worn camera system and associated modules on
December 2, 2014 in the amount of $448,873.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve a five (5) year contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the purchase of Axon body-worn camera
systems and associated modules in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,176,243.66.
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS
Axon Enterprise, Inc.
Scottsdale, AZ
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
The pricing for this contract will be good through October 17, 2022.
FISCAL INFORMATION
The equipment will be funded from Police General Fund account 310100.6394 in the amount of $100,561
and Technology Services Licenses account# 830700.7904 in the amount of $109,717.43 for the first year
of funding. Requisition#135103 has been entered in the Purchasing Software system.
STRATEGIC PLAN RELATIONSHIP
The City of Denton’s Strategic Plan is an action-oriented road map that will help the City achieve its vision.
The foundation for the plan is the five long-term Key Focus Areas (KFA): Organizational Excellence;
Public Infrastructure; Economic Development; Safe, Livable, and Family-Friendly Community; and
Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship. While individual items may support multiple KFAs, this
specific City Council agenda item contributes most directly to the following KFA and goal:
Related Key Focus Area: Organizational Excellence
Related Goal: 4.1 Enhance public safety in the community
EXHIBITS
Exhibit 1: Agenda Information Sheet
Exhibit 2: Quote
Exhibit 3: Staff memo
Exhibit 4: Vendor Memo
Exhibit 5: Ordinance
Exhibit 6: Contract
Respectfully submitted:
Karen Smith, 349-8436
Purchasing Manager
For information concerning this acquisition, contact: Lt. Chris Summitt at 349-7944.