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Home My WebLink AboutRES NO 084-2021RESOLUTION NO.0 8 4. 2 0':2 1 A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT SIMULATED FIREAREM EQUIPMENT AND TRAINING SERVICES CANNOT BE REASONABLY OBTAINED THROUGH THE USUAL BIDDING PROCEDURES AND AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO DISPENSE WITH BIDDING THEREFORE AND PURCHASE DIRECTLY FROM THE MANUFACTURER, VIRTRA, INC. WHEREAS, the Bakersfield Police Department has utilized simulation technology since 2014. VirTra, Inc. is the only manufacturer that provides a product of this type, which is supported by market research; and WHEREAS, simulation training has proven to be a valuable asset for training BPD personnel, including de-escalation training, as well as for community engagement events to bring knowledge, while building community trust; and WHEREAS, VirTra, Inc. has been developing and producing a proprietary simulation system and software using multiple screens and real video for small arms and use of force training since 2001, as referenced in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, VirTra, Inc. include a Virtual Interactive Coursework Training Academy (V-VICTA), which provides nationally recognized certified curriculum while achieving nationally recognized partnerships, as referenced in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, VirTra, Inc. invented and has been awarded patent recognition for the Threat -Fire device, which uses electrical impulses to alert officers to consequences during simulation training, as referenced in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, VirTra, Inc. is the only company in the United States that can provide Taser 7 CEW training cartridges, allowing officers to incorporate their current issued less - lethal device into simulation training, aimed to improved de-escalation techniques, as referenced in Exhibit A. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Bakersfield as follows: The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference. 2. The work, supplies, equipment or materials can only be reasonably obtained from one vendor because of restricted availability of such work, supplies, equipment or materials. 3. The Finance Director is authorized to dispense with bidding in accordance with Section 3.20.060 of the Bakersfield Municipal Code. SAMAGREEMENTS\VirTra Inc\Resolution\VirTra Simulator- SOLE SOURCE RESOLUTION.DOCX -- Page 1 of 2 Pages ti v o 0191GAAL HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted� 21 he Council of the City of Bakersfield at a regular meeting thereof held on U 0 2 p by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER: AR S, GON A S, WEIR, SMITH, , GRAY PARL R COUNCILMEMBER ll ph t ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBER A8A-2, - - ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER ?%0#1 e. •V 1 v'" W' JULIE DRIMAKIS, CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of the Council of the City of -Bakersfield APPROVED JUN 0 2 2011 By WEN GOH Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: VIRGINIA GENNARO City Attorney ByJ�j VIRIDIANA GALL DO -KING l Deputy City Attorney Attachments: Exhibit A Sole Source Letter S:\BM\AGREEMENTS\VirTra Inc\Resolution\VirTra Simulator- SOLE SOURCE RESOLUTION.DOCX 0 aAK,C- -- Page 2 of 2 Pages rn ,)I,qIG;NAL Exhibit A VirTra 7970 S Kyrene Road, Tempe, AZ 85284 USA I TOLL FREE: 800.455.8748 PH: 480.968.1488 FAX: 480.968.1448 1 WWW.VIRTRA.COM February 22nd, 2021 To Whom it may concern, For the purposes of creating a sole source justification for VirTra Inc's line of simulators, the following details regarding VirTra Simulators should be considered: VirTra has been developing and producing a proprietary simulation system and software using multiple screens and real video for small arms and use of force training since 2001. Based upon our research, VirTra is the only manufacturer of firearms simulation equipment and proprietary software to incorporate real and interactive video seamlessly displayed and fully interactive across all screens at the same time. Video based characters and laser tracking equipment can be engaged and detected on each of the screens of the simulator at the same time or in series of events that trigger others to occur on different screens. In addition, VirTra invented the Threat-FireTM Device and is the only manufacturer of this equipment throughout the world. VirTra has been awarded a US Patents (#8,016,594, #8,267,691) for the Threat -Fire device and is the only simulator company that can produce or sell any device using electronic impulses to simulate consequences during screen-based simulation training. The Threat Fire device can be added to any and all VirTra simulators after the initial purchase and at a later date. VirTra has been awarded US Patent #10,438,503, which relates to VirTra's TASER® cartridge kits. VirTra is the only company in the United States that can produce or sell a specially triggered training cartridge for the TASER line of products by Axon, the global leader in connected public safety technologies. The patent covers VirTra's proprietary method of reliably triggering the training device based on the unique acoustic sound produced by a TASER Conducted Energy Weapon's (CEW) electrical arc. This innovation allows trainees to deploy the cartridges from a real TASER CEW during simulation training and avoid high-voltage feedback. It also allows trainees to practice with a TASER CEW's "ARC" and/or "Re -ARC" functions, which increases the realism of each training session. By using a live CEW while training in VirTra's simulators, trainees are able to improve their technique and develop proper habits that carry into real world situations. The patent applies to both legacy units and the latest multi -cartridge systems used for the TASER X2 and TASER 7 weapons. "TASER CEWs have been classified as 'less -lethal' devices, and as such, require the same type of high quality, judgmental use - of -force simulation training as lethal devices like firearms," said Lon Bartel Director of Training and Curriculum at VirTra. "By combining live TASER CEW and VirTra training cartridges with VirTra's simulators and library of content, trainees have an opportunity to develop critical decision-making skills when under stress as well as further develop safe weapon handling by practicing the removal and replacement of cartridges during simulations that escalate." VirTra has been awarded US Patent #10,436,539, which relates to mechanical malfunction of real firearms used in simulation training. VirTra is the only company in the United States that can produce or sell a specially designed kit that affordably converts a live firearm into a safe and reliable training tool that can simulate mechanical malfunction and therefore increase realism. This patent addresses the growing need to safely, affordably, and accurately reproduce the intricacies of real firearms for training purposes. Patent 10,436,539 expands VirTra's growing library of intellectual property related to affordably converting real firearms (whether pistol or rifle) into suitable training tools that can be used in realistic simulation training without the expense or hassle of modifying the original firearm. Research shows that VirTra Inc. is the only manufacturer of simulators to offer an Upgrade Path allowing customers to maintain the value of their simulation equipment while under warranty and apply the full value towards the purchase of more immersive VirTra simulation technology at a later date. Example: A customer purchases a V-180'", system and wants to upgrade to a five -screen system later and while under warranty- the full value of the V180 System will be applied to the purchase price of the V300'", five -screen system and the equipment will be upgraded. VirTra has created a proprietary software package called V -Author". The V -Author software allows for the creation of uniquWK training content that can only be used on the VirTra line of simulation equipment. The V -Author software is the only knows �� O WWW.VIRTRA.COM r 0 OR,IO. N.4L Exhibit A software allowing for the creation and display of real video -based assets on multiple, seamless screens where all are interactive. V -Author software and scenarios can be added to any and all VirTra simulators after the initial purchase and at a later date as requested by the customer. VirTra's — Virtual Interactive Coursework Training AcademyTm (V-VICTA)- delivers a program specifically for law enforcement departments that are designed to Teach, Train, Test and Sustain from an all -in -one solution. This program provides a nationally recognized certified curriculum and interactive virtual coursework that was developed exclusively with nationally recognized partnerships. Combined with VirTra's simulators, V-VICTA provides law enforcement departments all the necessary tools to instill proper training and knowledge transfer to its students that is not available anywhere else. For over 25 years, VirTra has been an interactive partner for de-escalation, active shooter, judgmental use of force, situational awareness and firearms training for law enforcement, military, and educational markets. With V-VICTAT", we've developed an easy turn -key training program to provide and support law enforcement training programs in an efficient and cost-effective manner. VirTra has ensured the integration of what the leading science discovers about Simulation and adult learning is woven into all of our material to help maximize the effects of training time and increase abilities learned in the scenarios. Please contact us for information about how to integrate V-VICTA into your department's training environment. As of the date of this proposal, VirTra's V-VICTA includes the following nationally certified courses, totaling 96.5 hours of certified curriculum. • Contact & Cover Concepts: 3 hours • Human Factors in Force Encounters: 7 hours • Injured Officer Handgun Manipulation: 6 hours • Tourniquet Application under Threat 1&2: 8 hours • Taser Targeting: 2 hours • High Risk Vehicle Stop: Communication to Custody: 6.5 hours • Active Threat/Active Killer (ATAK): Basic Principles -(Module 1): 3 hours • Active Threat/Active Killer (ATAK): Basic Principles -(Module 2): 3 hours • Weapon Transitions: 5 hours • Mental Illness: A Practical Approach: 15 hours • De-escalation: 4 hours • EVO (V-DTS Simulator Only): 24 hours • Special Populations -Autism: 2 • Simulation Science- Foundations of Simulated Event Training: 8 hours The Advanced Training Certification Course (ATCC) course includes the following accreditation: Simulation Science: Foundations of Simulated Event Module 1: 19172-1901 Gap Analysis and Troubleshooting: 19175-1904 Fundamentals of V -Marksmanship: 19176-1907 VirTra Advanced V -Marksmanship: 19185-1906 o��3AK�c�� WWW.VIRTRA.COM F 2 of 3 rn r v O ORIGNAL Exhibit A In summary: • VirTra Simulators have the exclusive ability to simulate return fire and consequences, with our patented Threat - Fire' device, delivering electrical impulses to the trainee. • VirTra is the only company in the United States that can produce or sell a specially triggered training cartridge for the TASER line of products by Axon, the global leader in connected public safety technologies. • VirTra is the only company in the United States that can produce or sell a specially designed kit that affordably converts a live firearm into a safe and reliable training tool that can simulate mechanical malfunction and therefore increase realism • VirTra Simulators seamlessly display real and completely interactive video across all multiple and interconnected screens. • VirTra Simulators use an automatic 'table top' refill station with a liquid compression pump to recharge the liquid CO2 propellant used in the tether -less recoil systems. The refill station uses Adapter Plates custom made to fit specific magazines. • The VirTra V -Author"' scenario software can only be used on VirTra Simulators. • The VirTra V-VICTATM' coursework offers over 30 hours of nationally approved and certified training curriculum. • VirTra Inc. is the only manufacturer of simulation equipment that offers an Upgrade Path. VirTra is the only responsive and responsible source for the above-mentioned equipment and capabilities. This statement is supported by market research and exclusively fulfills the needs of the purchaser. VirTra Systems is the only manufacturer and directly offers the patented Threat -Fire', the patented VirTra TASER® cartridge kits and mechanical malfunction kit for use in real firearms, V -Author'" scenario software, V-VICTATM' coursework and other products referenced in herein. V/r, Scott DiIullo-VirTra Regional Sales Manager 0: 480-968-1488 xSOS1 sdiiullo@virtra.com WWW.VIRTRA.COM o�,9 s� t:z3ars v OP,IO,NAL