DEPARTMENT: Finance
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Troy Elliott
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: Citywide
SUBJECT:
Interactive Modular Driving Simulator/Trainer System
SUMMARY:
This ordinance authorizes acceptance of a contract with Virage Simulation to provide an interactive modular driving simulator/trainer system to be utilized by the Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) in the amount of $259,955.00. Funding for this contract is available in the FY 2018 Solid Waste Operating and Maintenance Fund.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Submitted for Council consideration and action is a proposal submitted by Virage Simulation to provide an interactive modular driving simulator/trainer system to be utilized by the Solid Waste Management Department. The complete system will include a driving simulator, an interfaced instructor console, and all required hardware, software, cables and connecting devices, shipping/handling, delivery, installation, comprehensive warranty, scheduled maintenance, service and repair, technical support, on-site operational training, and continued instructor support.
The City issued a Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal (RFCSP) for "Interactive Modular Driving Simulator/Trainer System" (RFCSP 18-090, 6100010427) on June 14, 2018, with a submission deadline of July 18, 2018. One proposal response was received and deemed responsive for evaluation. Virage Simulation was selected based on the City's standard RFCSP evaluation process.
An evaluation committee comprised of representatives from the Solid Waste Management Department reviewed the proposal received. The Finance Department, Purchasing Division assisted by ensuring compliance with City procurement policies and procedures. The proposal was evaluated based on the firm's experience, background, and qualifications; proposed plan (equipment plan, implementation plan, technical support plan, training plan, and warranty plan) and price schedule. The evaluation of this proposal response was base...
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