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Home My WebLink AboutR-01-0108J-01-58 1/29/01 RESOLUTION NO. 0 108 A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSIONS AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN THE CONTRACT WITH FLIR SYSTEMS, INC., SOLE SOURCE PROVIDER, FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF SIX (6) FIREFLIRTM THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEMS WITH THE RADIOMETRY OPTION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FIRE -RESCUE, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $100,200, FROM $192,000 TO $292,200; ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 313304, ACCOUNT NO. 289401.6.840, AS FUNDED BY THE FIRE ASSESSMENT. WHEREAS, the Department of Fire -Rescue requires the procurement of six (6) additional FireFLIRTm Thermal Imaging Systems with radiometry option to allow firefighters to visualize objects through dense smoke and gases; and WHEREAS, the FireFLIRTM is a self-contained infra -red imaging system that mounts on fire helmets, enabling firefighters to detect persons, flames and hot gases behind walls, and in floors and ceilings; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 00-482, adopted June 8, 2000, deemed Flir Systems, Inc. a sole source provider of this equipment; and C TT COMMUION IMELTII4G OF FEB 0 8 2001 0°°n. 8 r WHEREAS, the City Manager and the Chief of the Department of Fire -Rescue recommend that an increase in the contract with Flir System, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $100,200, be approved; and WHEREAS, funds are available from Capital Improvement Project No. 313304, Account Code No. 289401.6.840, as funded by the Fire Assessment; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA: Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted by reference and incorporated as if fully set forth in this section. Section 2. An increase in the contract with Flir Systems, Inc., sole source provider, for the procurement of six (6) FireFLIRTm Thermal Imaging Systems with the radiometry option for the Department of Fire -Rescue, in an amount not to exceed $100,200, from $192,000 to $292,200, with funds allocated from Capital Improvement Project No. 313304, Account Code No. 289401.6.840, as funded by the Fire Assessment. Section 3. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption and signature of the Mayor.11 i� If the Mayor does not sign this Resolution, it shall become effective at the end of ten calendar days from the date it was passed and adopted. If the Mayor vetoes this Resolution, it shall become effective immediately upon override of the veto by the City Commission. Page 2 of 3 01- lob PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of February , 2001. JOE CAROLLO, MAYOR ir, accordance with Miami Code Sec. 2-36, since the Maycr did not indicate approval of Iii: lot a sS alt' _ n b3 ! ss, gi (nq tt in the designate. piece vide4j* 4' isLatio.."n r r .-:Hcctive with th elapse of ten (10) fr 9 dal, of C m �garding same, without the Mayor axx. isl ATTEST: WALTER J. FOEMAN, CITY CLERK ATTORNEY W5001:LB Walter J.fi, City CORRECTNESS Page 3 of 3 ho CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM CA -10 Honorable Mayor and FM-167.doc TO: Members of the City Commission DATE: JAN 2 3 2001 FILE: SUBJECT: FireFLIR Thermal Imaging System; Department of Fire -Rescue imenez FROM: SCity Manager REFERENCES ENCLOSURES: Resolution It is respectfully requested that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution, increasing Resolution 00-482 with FLIR Systems, Inc., (Non-Minority/Non-Local), the sole source provider for the purchase of six (6) additional FireFlir Thermal Imaging Systems with Radiometry option in an amount notto exceed $100,200, for the Department of Fire -Rescue. Funding is available from CIP Project No. 313304, Account No. 289401.6.840, funded by the Fire Assessment. BACKGROUND The FireFLIR systems are imaging units that allow firefighters to visualize objects through dense smoke and gases, making them a valuable tool for use in fire and other hazardous conditions. This infra -red imaging capacity is a life-saving breakthrough when searching for victims trapped in burning structures, gas-filled enclosures and other emergency situations. The system is a self-contained (one-piece) unit that mounts on the fire helmets which the department previously tested successfully. Other units are comprised of two devices; a helmet mounted imaging device that is connected by cable to a battery pack on the waist. The hands-free one piece unit is a major safety factor. It eliminates the cables that can become entangled in firefighter gear and equipment, and allows easy exchange between firefighters. CAG/V1VV7/MLK/TT/mgr FMA67.doc 01— 108 CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Judy S. Carter, Director December 14, 2000 FM-168.doc TO: Department of Purchasing DATE: FILE: SUBJECT: Sole Source Purchase FireFLIR Thermal Imaging System Dept. Fire -Rescue FROM: / REFERENCES: eChieDirector Commission Meeting Department of Fire -Rescue ENCLOSURES: Resolution The Department of Fire -Rescue has verified that funding is available, in an amount not to exceed $100,200, from CIP Project No. 313304, Account No. 289401.6.840, funded by the Fire Assessment, for the purchase of 6 FireFLIR thermal imaging units with radiometry from FLIR Systems, Inc., the sole source provider of this imaging system . Budget Approval:. / ! CSO Linda M. Haskins, Director/Designee Date Department of Management and Budget CIP Approval: Z r� Pilar P Administrator at a� WWB/MLK/TF'%mgr FM-168.doc 0 108 TO FROM CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM DATE: Carlos A. Gimenez May 11, 2000 City Manager SUBJECT: Judy S. Officer REFERENCES: ENCLOSURES: FILE: Sole Source Finding for FireFLIR Thermal Imaging System An investigatiofi was conducted by staff to determine whether FM Systems, Inc., a non minority, non local vendor, located at 16 Esquire Road, N. Billerica, Ma. 01862, is the sole source provider of the FireFLIR thermal imaging systems. The Department of Fire -Rescue is seeking to secure 12 self-contained, one-piece hands-free units, which mount on fire helmets. The estimated acquisition cost -for these units shall not exceed $192,000. Funding will be allocated from CIP Project No. 313304, Account No. 289401.6.840, funded by the Fin Assessment. According to the Department of Fire Rescue, it is seeking to obtain the FireFLIR systems, which are imaging units that allow firefighters to visualize objects through dense smoke and gases, which make them a valuable tool for use in fire and other hazardous Fonditions. The infrared imaging capacity is a life-saving breakthrough _ when searching for victims trapped in burning structures, gas-filled enclosures, and under other emergency situations. The FireFLIR system utilizes the latest generation of detector technology, which greatly enhances the imaging power of the system over a grater target area. It allows firefighters to image persons, fires, hot gases, flames behind walls, floors, and ceilings. The system is a self-contained (one-piece) unit that mounts on the fire helmets, and is hands-free, which is a major safety factor. It eliminates the cables that can become entangled in firefighter gear and equipment, and allows easy exchange between firefighters. The system, with this new technology, is only available from FLIR Systems, Inc. I further conducted research over the Internet and could not locate other similar helmet mounted, hands-free thermal imaging systems. Research revealed systems do exist which have cables on the backs of the firefighters which is a safety concern, and whose systems is not readily transferable from one firefighter to another. According to FLIR Systems, the helmet mounted, hands-free thermal imaging systems have also been provided to, and deemed as a sole source acquisition by, other fire departments. Staff additionally contacted Chesterfied County, who confirmed that they also secured the FLIR system via a sole source finding. Accordingly, I am recommending that the requirements for competitive bidding be waived, and these findings be approved: FLIR Systems Inc. is the sole source provider for 12 self-contained thermal imaging systems for the Department of Fire -Rescue, for an amount not to exceed $192,000. Funding will be allocated from CIP Project No. 31330.1, Account Niom. 1.6.8410, funded by the Fire Assessment. APPROVED Bpi': DATE: �bAd enez City Manager CAG;B`. H/JSClpb 01- 108 TO Judy S. Carter, Director Department of Purchasing jv FROM: ZG?ienef C.A. , Director Department of Fire -Rescue CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM DATE: March 8, 2000 FILE FM.104.doc SUBJECT, Request Sole Source finding; FireFLIR Thermal Imaging System; Fire -Rescue REFERENCES: ENCLOSURES: The Department of Fire -Rescue requests that you approve a finding that FLIR Systems, Inc., located at 16 Esquire Road, N. Billerica, MA 01862, is the sole source provider of FireFLIR, a helmet mounted, hands-free thermal imaging system. The FireFLIR system incorporates the latest state-of-the-art technology in thermal imaging making it a valuable tool for fire applications Ther systems infra red imaging allows .firefighters to visually::see through dense smoke and gases, a life-saving breakthrough when searching for victuns trasppe<i. . burning structures and other emergency situations. FireFLIR incorporates_ a unique`- 20,�x :240 microbolometer, the latest generation of detector technology which greatly enhances the imaging power "= of the system over a greater target range. It allows firefighters to image persons, fire, hot gases, flames behind walls, floors, and ceilings in the same field of view without an aperture adjustment. FireFLIR has both black and white and color palettes for viewing. Color is particularly useful for locating hotspots and extensions that black and white palettes can miss. The system is a self-contained (one-piece) unit that mounts on the fire helmets. Other units are comprised of two devices; a helmet mounted imaging device that is connected by cable to a battery pack on the waist. The hands-free one piece unit is a major safety factor. It eliminates the cables that can become entangled in firefighter gear and equipment, and allows easy exchange between firefighters. CAG /MLK TF/csk Q pprov v v dv . C Purcha _ e Director Dat 01- 108 FNI. 104. doc J-00-481 5/29/00 RESOLUTION NO. — A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, BY A FOUR-FIFTHS (4/5"'s) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER A DULY ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING AND CONFIRMING THE CITY MANAGER'S FINDING OF SOLE SOURCE; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDS AND APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWELVE (12) FIREFLIR THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEMS FROM FLIR SYSTEMS, INC., THE SOLE SOURCE PROVIDER, FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FIRE -RESCUE, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $192,000; ALLOCATING FUNDS THEREFOR FROM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 313304, ACCOUNT NO. 289401.6.840, FUNDED BY THE FIRE ASSESSMENT. WHEREAS, the Department of Fire -Rescue desires to acquire the FireFLIR thermal imaging systems, a one-piece unit mounted on fire helmets that allows firefighters to see objects through dense smoke and gases; and WHEREAS, the FireFLIER eliminates cables that can become entangled in firefighter gear and equipment and the system allows for communication between firefighters; and WHEREAS, FLIR Systems, Inc., is the sole source provider of the FireFLIR thermal imaging systems; and WHEREAS, the Chief Procurement Officer has adopted a finding that FLIR Systems, Inc. is the only vendor able to provide the FireFLIR; and WHEREAS, the finding of the Chief Procurement Officer has been approved and adopted as the finding of the City Manager; and CITY +_yION OF J U N - -con Rvaolution Na -WHEREAS, the City Manager and the Fire Chief recommend that the requirements for competitive sealed bids be waived and the purchase of the FireFLIR from FLIR Systems, Inc. the sole source provider, be approved; and WHEREAS, funds are available from Capital Improvement Project No. 313304, Account Code No. 313304.289401.6.840, funded by the Fire Assessment; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA: Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are hereby adopted by reference thereto and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. By a four-fifths (4/5`x) affirmative vote of the members of the City Commission, after a duly advertised public hearing, the City Manager's finding of sole source and waiving the requirements for competitive sealed bids are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed, and the procurement ,of twelve (12) FireFLIR thermal imaging systems from FLIR Systems, Inc., the sole source provider, for the Department of Fire -Rescue, in an amount not to exceed $192,000, is hereby approved, with funds therefor hereby allocated from Capital Improvement Project No. 313304.289401.6.840, funded by the Fire Assessment. Page 2 of 3 Section 3. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption and signature of the Mayor.-` PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of June , 2000. JOE CAROLLO, MAYOR In accordance with Miami Code Sec. 2.36, since the Mayor did not indicate app^ov�I of this legislation by signing it in the designated place provided, s::i;; becomes effective with the elapse of ten ;t 0) daytm the dcts cf C;.= sane, :t regarding e, wittwut the Mayor exerc' a o. ATTEST: Wake L. ,City Clerk WALTER J. FOEMAN CITY CLERK CTNESS:e�l 1� If the Mayor does not sign this Resolution, it shall become effective at the end of ten calendar days from the date it was passed and adopted. If the Mayor vetoes this Resolution, it shall become effective immediately upon override of the veto by the City Commission. 01- 108 Page 3 of 3 INCREASE SOLE SOURCE NO 99-00-168 ITEM: DEPARTMENT: TYPE OF PURCHASE: REASON: RECOMMENDATION: FireFlir Thermal Imaging System Fire -Rescue Increase to Resolution No. 00-482 The Department of Fire -Rescue, has a need to increase Resolution No. 00-482 for additional FireFlir Thermal Imaging Systems with Radiometry option. It is recommended that an increase to Resolution No. 00-482 with FLIR Systems, Inc., the sole source provider, in an amount not to exceed $100,200.00 for a total amount not to exceed $292,200, for the purchase of six (6) additional FireFlir Thermal Imaging Systems with Radiometry option, for the Department of Fire -Rescue; allocating funds therefor from CIP Project No. 313304, Account Code No. 289401.6.840, funded by the Fire Assessment. dy S. Cart Dire of Purch 'ng //� of Date AwardIncrease Q 01 108