Conducted Electrical Weapons (Taser)-5 year lease program

The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife (CPW), operating under the Department of Natural Resources, is soliciting a five-year lease program for Conducted Electrical Weapons (Tasers) to supply law enforcement staff with necessary equipment and all accessories required for proper and safe operation. The scope of work encompasses the rental of Conducted Electrical Weapons commencing as soon as practical and extending through June 30, 2028, with terms structured as five-year leases for each piece of equipment and annual renewals at the discretion of the State of Colorado. The solicitation number is NPSS1 PMAA 2018000102, with a deadline for proposal submission of February 17, 2018. Prospective vendors should direct inquiries and submittals to Maggie Van Cleef at the Department of Natural Resources Purchasing Office via email at maggie.vancleef@state.co.us or by telephone at (303) 866-3292, extension 8641. CPW has established specific evaluation criteria based on manufacturer capabilities, including semi-automatic firing capability, regulated current delivery, safety features such as holster-activated switches, public identifiability for deterrence purposes, and smart technology with digital current regulation. Vendors wishing to contest the proposed sole source award must submit a signed cover letter or email demonstrating how their firm could meet CPW's needs while addressing the specific features required.

This is a Notice of Proposed Sole Source procurement, indicating that CPW leadership has authorized the exclusive use of Axon (formerly Taser) brand Conducted Electrical Weapons, with equipment leases available exclusively through Proforce, the sole distributor of Axon/Taser products in Colorado. The selection is based on the manufacturer's recognized industry track record in safety, research and development, product testing, and favorable judicial case law. The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife has budgeted an approximate range of $150,000 to $500,000 or more for rental fees through the contract end date, with specific budgeted amounts and annual needs to be determined. As a sole source procurement, the opportunity is restricted to the identified vendor unless a potential bidder can successfully contest the designation by demonstrating equivalent capability to meet all specified requirements. No current incumbent vendor information beyond the identified sole source provider is disclosed in this solicitation.