Title
MFE Enterprises, Inc. Drone and Tethering Station - Purchase
History
This proposal seeks approval for the purchase of a new Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and an accompanying Tethering Station to enhance the Police Department’s operational capabilities. The addition of this equipment will significantly improve situational awareness, officer safety, and efficiency response during critical incidents, large-scale events and routine operations.
Modern policing increasingly relies on technology that provides real-time intelligence while minimizing risk to officers and the public. The department’s current UAS resources are limited in both flight duration and operational flexibility.
A tether capable drone system offers continuous aerial coverage for extended operations without battery limitations, unlimited flight time through continuous power, elevated overwatch for hours-long incidents, and integration with command center software. This combination allows the department to maintain persistent aerial surveillance during critical events, something not possible with battery powered drones alone.
The Police Department solicited and received proposals from three qualified vendors. Each proposal was carefully reviewed and evaluated based on established criteria, including cost and overall alignment with the organization’s needs. After thorough consideration MFE Inspection Solutions was selected. While all three vendors were able to provide the required merchandise, MFE Inspection Solution was able to provide the product at a lower cost and turnaround time.
Financial Impact
Funds in the amount of $50,000.00 are allocated in accounts 1005000-460120 and 1005000-460180 for this purchase.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the contract with MFE Inspection Solutions for a not to exceed amount of $44,734.00, and as fully presented.
(Full motion - not necessary to be read)
I move to waive bids and approve the authorization and execution of a goods only ...
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