Multi-Sensor HD Thermal Imaging Camera and Helicopter Installation

The Pasadena Police Department's Air Operations Section is seeking qualified vendors to purchase and install a high-definition, multi-sensor thermal imaging camera for a Bell OH-58 police helicopter used in law enforcement and public safety missions. The procurement aims to standardize equipment across the Air Operations fleet, enhancing overall aircraft configuration and improving operational safety. Key technical requirements include a hi-definition thermal imaging sensor, continuous zoom daylight color imager, hand-held controller, geo-referencing capabilities, and a maximum camera weight of 40 pounds. Bidders must possess a Certified FAA Part 145 Repair Station license and submit various forms, including equal employment opportunity documentation, non-collusion declarations, and relevant experience forms. The competitive bid is to be submitted electronically through the City's eProcurement Portal prior to 2:00 pm on Monday, March 4, 2024, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting previously held on February 14, 2024. The project is funded through the Urban Area Security Initiative, with a performance bond requirement of 50%, and must be completed by April 12, 2024.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors are required to complete comprehensive documentation, including a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov, with potential disqualification for incomplete submissions. The contract duration is set for one year from the date of execution, with no optional extension periods included. A performance bond of 50% is required, and the City reserves the right to cancel the contract for late deliveries. While specific award values are not detailed, the procurement represents a strategic investment in modernizing the Pasadena Police Department's aerial surveillance capabilities. The thermal imaging camera installation is designed to provide enhanced situational awareness and operational effectiveness for the department's air support unit, with a clear emphasis on technological standardization and improved public safety mission capabilities.