RESOLUTION NO. __________
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA WAIVING THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING
PROCESS AND APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO
THE MASTER SERVICES AND PURCHASING AGREEMENT
WITH AXON ENTERPRISE, INC. TO PURCHASE AI ERA
LEADERS PROGRAM
WHEREAS, on December 5, 2023, City Council approved a Master Services and Purchasing Agreement for purchases of Body Worn Cameras, Taser Electronic Control Weapons and In-Car Cameras, and related services, from Axon Enterprise, Inc., as a result of Request for Proposal (RFP) # P03-2023; and
WHEREAS, since then, Axon has launched several solutions that responsibly utilize artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms and learning models to enhance public safety; and
WHEREAS, to streamline workflows and increase productivity in the Police Department, the City desires to purchase AI Era Leaders Program, Draft One AI -Assisted Report Writing Software and related services under the current Axon Master Services and Purchasing Agreement; and
WHEREAS, given the proprietary integration of Axon’s AI Era technology with the City’s existing Axon systems, it is impractical to solicit competitive bids for this add -on service. Based on this, staff recommends waiving the competitive bidding process in accordance with CVMC
2.56.070(B)(3); and
WHEREAS, the First Amendment to the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. will cover a 40-month term of October 1, 2025 to January 31, 2029, which aligns with the duration of the existing Axon agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, waives the competitive bidding process and approves the First Amendment to the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement to purchase Axon AI Era Leaders Program in the form presented, with such minor modifications as may be required or approved by the City Attorney, a copy of which shall be kept on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and authorizes and directs the Mayor to execute same.
Presented by Approved as to Form by
Maria V. Kachadoorian Marco A. Verdugo
City Manager City Attorney