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2014-28726 Reso RESOLUTION NO. 2014-28726 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-367 (d) OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE, THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF TASER BRAND PRODUCTS AND ACCESSORIES, FROM TASER INTERNATIONAL, INC., THE MANUFACTURER AND SOLE DISTRIBUTOR OF SAID PRODUCTS AND ACCESSORIES. WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2-367(d) of the Miami Beach Code, the City Commission, may enter into contracts for goods and/or services where only one source for the products or service is evident; and WHEREAS, the purchase of TASER brand products, consisting of Taser X-2 Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEWs), and all department-issued accessories (extended warranties, battery packs, holsters, cartridges, etc.), is available from Taser International Inc., the manufacturer and sole distributor of said products; and WHEREAS, In December 12, 2012, the City Commission approved, pursuant to Resolution No. 2012-28081, DGG Taser, Inc., as the sole source distributor in the State of Florida for Taser products and accessories; and WHEREAS, Taser International Inc. is the manufacturer of Taser brand products and accessories and has confirmed that DGG Taser, Inc. is no longer the distributor of their conducted electronic weapons and associated accessories; and WHEREAS, the Procurement Director has determined that Taser International Inc. is the sole source and only authorized distributor for TASER brand products; and WHEREAS, the Administration has complied with the requirements for sole source purchases, pursuant to Section 2-367(d) of the Miami Beach City Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission of Miami Beach, Florida, hereby approve, pursuant to Section 2-367 (d) of the Miami Beach City Code, the sole source purchase of Taser brand products and accessories from Taser International, Inc., the manufacturer and sole distributor of said products and accessories. PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF SP �P� �r2014. ATTEST: Ra ael E. Granado, r ity Clete- `°� hilip L �i or r, :INCORP ORATED APPROVED AS TO FORM do LANGUAGE &F EXECUTION ••''��� kA TAAgenda\2014\September 10\TasersSoleSou_rWVW§_0S1_ City Attorney Date COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY Condensed Title: A Resolution Of The Mayor And City Commission Of The City Of Miami Beach, Florida, Approving, Pursuant To Section 2-367(d) Of The Miami Beach City Code, The Sole Source Purchase Of Taser X-2 Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEWs), And All Department-Issued Accessories (Extended Warranties, Battery Packs, Holsters, Cartridges, Etc.), From Taser International, Inc., The Manufacturer And Sole Distributor For Taser Brand Products. Key Intended Outcome Supported: Maintain crime rates at or below national trends. Supporting Data (Surveys, Environmental Scan, etc. :N/A Item Summa /Recommendation: The Police Department has been using non-lethal weapons known as conducted electronic weapons(CEW)manufactured by Taser International, Inc. ("Taser'')since 2003.While there are other CEWs on the market, the Taser brand is the standard among law enforcement agencies, including the City's Police Department. In December 12, 2012, the City Commission approved, pursuant to Resolution No. 2012-28081, DGG Taser, Inc., as the sole source distributor in the State of Florida for Taser products and accessories. However, Taser has advised the City that DGG Taser, Inc., is no longer the distributor of their CEW and associated accessories. In addition to manufacturing the CEWs, Taser has made the decision to also distribute the units. Therefore, the purpose of this request is to authorize the Police Department to continue purchasing Taser brand CEWs and accessories, in accordance with the manufacturer's current distribution requirements (or as amended in the future), as a sole source purchase pursuant to Code Section 2-367(d). In its due diligence process, the Procurement Department publically released an Intent to Award Pursuant to Sole Source Exemption (ITS) requesting that, should any firm believe it can meet the requirements of this procurement, they should provide written notification to the contracting officer for consideration. No responses to the ITS were received. Therefore, the Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the attached resolution, authorizing a sole source procurement, pursuant to Section 2-367(d)of the Miami Beach City Code, in accordance with Taser's distribution policy for the purchase of conducted electrical weapons (CEWs) and accessories (extended warranties, battery packs, holsters, cartridges, etc.). RECOMMENDATION Adopt the resolution. Advisory Board Recommendation: N/A Financial Information: Source of Amount Account Funds: 1 $28,868.20 011-1130-000326 2 1,147.20 011-1130-000343 OBI Total $30,015.40 Financial Impact Summary: Current FY expenditures are estimated at the approved budgeted amount of$30,015.40. Future purchases will be based on approved budgeted amounts. City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking: Alex Denis, ext. 7490 Sign-Offs: De ent Director Assis ty Manager q hN Nonager AD DO MT JLM TAAGEN 14\September\Procurement%Sole Source- asers Conducted Electrical Weapons-Sum oc AGENDA ITEM C MIAMI BEACH DATE MIAMIBEACH City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfi.gov COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Phillip Levine and Members of he City Co mission FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager DATE: September 10, 2014 SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MA R AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING PURSUANT TO SECTION 2- 367(D) OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE, THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF TASER X-2 CONDUCTED ELECTRICAL WEAPONS (CEW), AND ALL DEPARTMENT-ISSUED ACCESSORIES (EXTENDED WARRANTIES, BATTERY PACKS, HOLSTERS, CARTRIDGES, ETC.), FROM TASER INTERNATIONAL INC., THE SOLE MANUFACTURER AND DISTRIBUTOR OF TASER BRAND PRODUCTS. ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION Adopt the resolution. KEY INTENDED OUTCOME Maintain crime rates at or below national trends. FUNDING Account Codes: 011-1130-000326, Amount: $28,868.20 011-1130-000343, Amount: $ 1,147.20 BACKGROUND The Police Department has been using non-lethal weapons known as conducted electronic weapons (CEW) manufactured by Taser International, Inc. ("Taser") since 2003. While there are other CEWs on the market, the Taser brand is the standard among law enforcement agencies, including the City's Police Department. In December 12, 2012, the City Commission approved, pursuant to Resolution No. 2012-28081, DGG Taser, Inc., as the sole source distributor in the State of Florida for Taser products and accessories. However, Taser has advised the City that DGG Taser, Inc., is no longer the distributor of their CEW and associated accessories. In addition to manufacturing the CEWs, Taser has made the decision to also distribute the units. Therefore, the purpose of this request is to authorize the Police Department to continue purchasing Taser brand CEWs and accessories, in accordance with the manufacturer's current distribution requirements (or as amended in the future), as a sole source purchase pursuant to Code Section 2-367(d). In its due diligence process, the Procurement Department publically released an Intent to Award Pursuant to Sole Source Exemption (ITS) requesting that, should any firm believe it can meet the requirements of this procurement, they should provide written notification to the contracting officer for consideration. No responses to the ITS were received. September 10, 2014 Commission Memorandum Taser Sole Source Page 2 of 2 CONCLUSION The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the attached resolution, authorizing a sole source procurement, pursuant to Section 2-367 (d) of the Miami Beach City Code, in accordance with Taser's distribution policy for the purchase of conducted electrical weapons (CEWs) and accessories (extended warranties, battery packs, holsters, cartridges, etc.). RECOMMENDATION Adopt the resolution. JLM/MT/AD/LR T:\AGENDA\2014\10Sept\Sole Source-Tasers Conducted Electrical Weapons-Memo.doc .................................................................................-.........._.._......................................._........................._.. . --_ MIAMI BEACH Sole Source Procurement Request Description of Product/Service: Purchase of Taser CEW's and Collateral Accessories Estimated amount of this purchase: $28,868.20 One Time Purchase X or Recurring L] Department: Police/Support Services/Range Contact Person: Sgt.Daniel Morgalo Phone: 305 673-7964 or 305 335-5053 Due Date: II Work must be completed by: (check all that apply) M MateriaUEquipment/Supplies must be delivered by: September 30,2014 Q Service must begin by: Please provide the following information in order to document the sole source request and prepare the appropriate recommendation to the City Manager and Mayor and City Commission: 1. The Taser X-2 Conducted Electrical Weapon (CE99 is the industry standard,less lethal CEW available to Law Enforcement It has been the standard issue CEW of the MBPD since 2012. 2. Taser International in Scottsdale,A7, is the sole manufacturer of all Taser Brand Products,including the aforementioned X-2, CE Ws and all the collateral accessories(extended warranties,battery packs,cartridges,etc...). Taser International utilizes is the sole source distributor for all Taser products sold to any agency in the State of Florida. We cannot make this purchase through any other distributor. 3. The purchase itself will not obligate us to future purchases through this vendor,however,this vendor will be the Sole Source for any future purchases in upcoming fiscal years. Warranty claims and maintenance are handled directly with the manufacturer via an Rit1A Process. 4. The pricing is set by Taser International and as the sole source vendor,Taser has extended the same pricing available to any other law enforcement agency in the country. S. If this sole source is not approved,public safety might be adversely affected since our Police Officers will not have Taser CEW products available to protect themselves and the public. 6. TASER International,Inc. (TASER)develops and manufactures advanced conducted electrical weapons(CEWs) designed far use in the law enforcement,military,corrections,private security andpersonal defense markets. The Company makes CEWs for two main types of market segments.the law enforcement,military,corrections and professional security markets, and the consumer market.Its products use a replaceable cartridge containing compressed nitrogen to deploy and propel two small probes that are attached to the CEW by insulated conductive wires with lengths ranging from 15 to 35 feet. The Company's CEIYs transmit electrical pulses along the wires and into the body affecting the sensory and motor functions of the peripheral nervous system. The energy can penetrate up to two cumulative inches of clothing,or one inch per probe. The initial effect lastsfve seconds for its law enforcement,military and corrections products and tip to thirty seconds for its consumer market models. I hereby request that a Sole Source be approved for the procurement of the above statement of work,material,equipment, commodity,or service. Department Director' ame: Signature Date TASER International Protect Truth 17800 N 85th St. Scottsdale, Arizona 85255 -- United States Phone: (800)978-2737 -_. Fax: 480-991-0791 Daniel Morgalo Quotation (305)673-7776 Quote: Q-10987-7 (305)673-7065 Date: 8/6/2014 10:09 AM danielmorgalo @miamibeachfl.gov Quote Expiration: 9/30/2014 Bill To: Ship To: Miami Beach Police Dept. - FL Daniel Morgalo 1100 WASHINGTON AVE. Miami Beach Police Dept. - FL Miami Beach, FL 33139 1100 WASHINGTON AVE. US Miami Beach, FL 33139 US SALESPERSON PHONE EMAIL DELIVERY METHOD PAYMENT METHOD Andy Wrenn awrenn @taser.com Fedex-Ground Net 30 This quote reflects a discount for the upgrade program,based upon the number of units that you have indicated will be destroyed.The Certificate of Destruction,provided by TASER,must be completed and submitted with your signed quote/purchase order to obtain the upgrade credit.The credit is reflected as a line item discount on the quote for both the CEW handle and extended warranty.Please see http://www.taser.com/upgrade for current program details. Hardware QTY ITEM# DESCRIPTION UNIT Total Before DISC($) NET TOTAL PRICE Discount 18 22002 HANDLE,BLACK,CLASS III,X2 999.95 USD 17,999.10 USD 900.00 USD 17,099.10 18 22501 HOLSTER,BLACKHAWK,RIGHT,X2, 63.95 USD 1,151.10 USD 0.00 USD 1,151.10 44HT01 BK-R-B 18 22010 PPM,BATTERY PACK,STANDARD,X2/ 52.95 USD 953.10 USD 0.00 USD 953.10 X26P 86 22151 CARTRIDGE,PERFORMANCE,SMART, 30.75 USD 2,644.50 USD 0.00 USD 2,644.50 25' 86 22157 CARTRIDGE,PERFORMANCE,SMART, 29.75 USD 2,558.50 USD 0.00 USD 2,558.50 TRAINING,25' Hardware Total: USD 25,306.30 Hardware Net Price: USD 24,406.30 Extended Warranties QTY ITEM# DESCRIPTION UNIT Total Before DISC($) NET TOTAL PRICE Discount 18 22014 WARRANTY,4 YEAR,X2 308.99 USD 5,561.82 USD 270.00 USD 5,291.82 Extended Warranties Total: USD 5,561.82 Extended Warranties Net Price: USD 5,291.82 Page 1 of 3 Subtotal USD 29,698.12 Estimated Shipping Cost USD 317.28 Grand Total USD 30,015.40 Page 2 of 3 TASER International,Inc.'s Sales Terms and Conditions for Direct Sales to End User Purchasers By signing this Quote,you are entering into a contract and you certify that you have read and agree to the provisions set forth in this Quote and TASER's current Sales Terms and Conditions for Direct Sales to End User Purchasers or,in the alternative,TASER's current Sales Terms and Conditions for Direct Sales to End User Purchasers for Sales with Financing if your purchase involves financing with TASER.If your purchase includes the TASER Assurance Plan(TAP), then you are also agreeing to TASER's current Sales Terms and Conditions for the AXON FlexTm and AXON BodyTM Cameras TASER Assurance Plan(U.S. Only)and/or Sales Terms and Conditions for the X2/X26P and TASER CAM HD Recorder TASER Assurance Plan(U.S.Only),as applicable to your product purchase.All of the sales terms and conditions,as well as,the TAP terms and conditions are posted at http://www.taser.com/sales-terms-and-conditions.If your purchase includes AXON hardware and/or EVIDENCE.com services you are also agreeing to the terms in the EVIDENCE.com Master Service Agreement posted at htq2://www.taser.com/serviceagreementl4.If your purchase includes Professional Services,you are also agreeing to the terms in the Professional Service Agreement posted at http•//wwNv taser com/ima eg s/support/downloads/downloads/evidence_materials/Professional Services Agreement.pd£You r entering into this agreement for an entity, as the company,municipality,or represent that you are lawfully able to enter into contracts and if you are e g g ty, p y, government agency you work for,you represent to TASER that you have legal authority to bind that entity.If you do not have this authority,do not sign this Quote. Signature: Date: Name(Print): Title: PO#(if needed): Please sign and email to Andy Wrenn at awrenn @taser.com or fax to 480-991-0791 THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS! `Protect Life'and©are trademarks of TASER International,Inc.,and TASER®is a registered trademark of TASER International,Inc.,registered in the U.S. ©2013 TASER Intemational,Inc.All rights reserved. Page 3 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. 2012-28081 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-367 (d) OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE, THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF TASER X-2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL DEVICES (ECD), AND ALL DEPARTMENT-ISSUED ACCESSORIES (EXTENDED WARRANTIES, BATTERY PACKS, HOLSTERS, CARTRIDGES, ETC.) FROM DGG TASER, INC., THE SOLE SOURCE DISTRIBUTOR IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA. WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2-367(d) of the Miami Beach Code, the City Commission, may enter into contracts for goods and/or services where only one source for the products or service is evident; and WHEREAS, the purchase of TASER brand products, consisting of Taser X-2 Electronic Control Devices, and all department-issued accessories (extended warranties, battery packs, holsters, cartridges, etc.), is available from DGG Taser Inc., the sole authorized State of Florida distributor; and WHEREAS, the Procurement Director has determined that DGG Taser Inc., is the sole source and only authorized distributor for the State of Florida of TASER brand products; and WHEREAS, additionally, the Administration has complied with the requirements for sole source purchases, pursuant to Section 2-367(d) of the Miami Beach City Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission of Miami Beach, Florida, hereby approve, pursuant to Section 2-367 (d) of the Miami Beach City Code, the sole source purchase of Taser X-2 Electronic Control Devices, and all department-issued accessories (extended warranties, battery packs, holsters, cartridges, etc.), from DGG Taser Inc., the sole authorized State of Florida distributor. PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF DfCeM 2012. ATTEST: CITY 16LERK AYOR INCORP ORATED' AI�ROVM AS TO FORM&LANGUAGE � c...... .. N &FOR EXECUTION City A Date T:1Agenda120121December 121TasersSoleSource\Reso. COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY Condensed Title: A Resolution Of The Mayor And City Commission Of The City Of Miami Beach, Florida Approving Pursuant To Section 2-367(d)Of The Miami Beach City Code, The Sole Source Purchase Of Taser X-2 Electronic Control Devices(ECD),And All Department-Issued Accessories(Extended Warranties,Battery Packs,Holsters,Cartridges,Etc.), From DGG Taser Inc.,The Sole Manufacturer Authorized Distributor In The State Of Florida For Taser Brand Products. Key Intended Outcome Supported: Maintain crime rates at or below national trends. Supporting Data(Surveys, Environmental Scan, etc.):N/A Item Summa /Recommendation: The Police Department has been using non-lethal weapons known as electronic control devices(ECDs) manufactured by Taser International, Inc. since 2003. While there are other ECDs on the market, the Taser brand is the standard among law enforcement agencies, including the City's Police Department pursuant to Code section 2-391(a), primarily because it is the only ECD which contains dual lasers and back-up shot capabilities among other unique safety and functional features.The Police Department has been using the Taser X-26 ECD since 2003. In 2012,the department began to transition to the new Taser X-2 ECD, and is set to begin replacing the X-26 ECD with the new X-2 model during Fiscal year 2012- 2013.Taser International, Inc.requires that all Florida agencies purchasing Taser products do so through DGG Taser, Inc., the sole authorized distributor for the region. The purpose of this request is to authorize the Police Department to continue purchasing Taser brand ECDs and accessories,in accordance with the manufacturer's distribution requirements,as a sole source purchase pursuant to Code Section 2-367(d). In its due diligence process, the Procurement Division publically released an Intent to Award Pursuant to Sole Source Exemption(ITS)requesting that should any firm believe it can meet the requirements of this procurement they should provide written notification to the contracting officer for consideration. No responses to the ITS were received. Both the manufacturer and sole distributor have extended to the City the same pricing available to other law enforcement agencies in the country,including a trade-in program that allows older units to be traded- in for credit of$160 towards the purchase of a new unit. APPROVE THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE. Advisory Board Recommendation: N/A Financial Information: Source of Amount Account Funds: 1 $33,300 011.1130.000325 Taser Replacement/Renewal 2 $ 8,000 011.1130.000342 Taser Repairs 3 $44,000 607.4719.000672 Multiple Cartridge Tasers O PI Total $85,300 Financial Impact Summary: Current FY expenditures are estimated at the approved budgeted amount of$85,300. Future purchases will be based on approved budgeted amounts. City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking: Alex Denis, ext. 7490 Sign-Offs: D ent Director Assistant City ManajW City nager AD RM PDW_4g, KGB M I AM I D E r"-%N`.%wo&H AGENDA ITEM Lot SATE I iVI B AC H City of Miami(Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach,Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfl.gov COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Matti Herrera Bower and Members of the City C mission FROM: Kathie G. Brooks, Interim City Manager DATE: December 12, 2012 SUBJECT: A Resolution Of The Mayor And City Commission Of The City Of Miami Beach, Florida Approving Pursuant To Section 2-367(d) Of The Miami Beach City Code, The Sole Source Purchase Of Taser X-2 Electronic Control Devices (ECD), And All Department-Issued Accessories (Extended Warranties, Battery Packs, Holsters, Cartridges, Etc.), From DGG Taser Inc., The Sole Manufacturer Authorized Distributor In The State Of Florida For Taser Brand Products. ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION Adopt the resolution. KEY INTENDED OUTCOME Maintain crime rates at or below national trends. FUNDING Account Codes: 011.1130.000325 - $33,300.00 - Taser replacement/renewal 011.1130.000342 - $ 8,000.00 - Taser Repairs 607.4719.000672 - $44,000.00 - Multiple Cartridge Tasers BACKGROUND The Police Department has been using non-lethal weapons known as electronic control devices (ECDs) manufactured by Taser International, Inc. since 2003. While there are other ECDs on the market, the Taser brand is the standard among law enforcement agencies, including the City's Police Department pursuant to Code section 2-391(a), primarily because it is the only ECD which contains dual lasers and back-up shot capabilities among other unique safety and functional features. The Police Department has been using the Taser X-26 ECD since 2003. In 2012, the department began to transition to the new Taser X-2 ECD, and is set to begin replacing the X-26 ECD with the new X-2 model during Fiscal year 2012-2013. Taser international, Inc. requires that all Florida agencies purchasing Taser products do so through DGG Taser, Inc., the sole authorized distributor for the region. The purpose of this request is to authorize the Police Department to continue purchasing Taser brand ECDs and accessories, in accordance with the manufacturer's distribution requirements, as a sole source purchase pursuant to Code Section 2-367(d). In its due diligence process, the Procurement Division publically released an Intent to Award Pursuant to Sole Source Exemption (ITS) requesting that should any firm believe it can meet the requirements of this procurement they should provide written notification to the contracting officer for consideration. No responses to the ITS were received. December 12,2012 Commission Memorandum Taser Sole Source Page 2 of 2 ANALYSIS Taser International, Inc., develops and manufactures advanced electronic devices (ECDs) designed for use in the law enforcement, military, corrections, private security and personal defense markets. Approximately 90% of law enforcement agencies utilize Taser products, with 16,000 out of the 18,000 law enforcement agencies currently employing Taser as their ECD of choice. The company makes ECDs for two main types of market segments: the law enforcement, military, corrections and professional security markets, and the consumer market. Its products use a replaceable cartridge containing compressed nitrogen to deploy and propel two small probes that are attached to the ECD by insulated conductive wires with lengths ranging from 15 to 35 feet. The Company's ECDs transmit electrical pulses along the wires and into the body affecting the sensory and motor functions of the peripheral nervous system. The energy can penetrate up to two cumulative inches of clothing, or one inch per probe. Most importantly, no other ECD manufacturer produces weapons that have dual lasers and back-up shot capability, which are integral features for law enforcement. Taser International, Inc., is the sole manufacturer of all Taser Brand Products, including the aforementioned X-2 and X-26, Electronic Control Devices and all accessories (extended warranty, battery pack, holster, cartridges, etc.). DGG Taser Inc., is the authorized Taser distributor for the State of Florida. Attached, please find Appendix "A" for a copy of the sole source letter from Taser International. Taser International, Inc., and DGG Taser, Inc., sets the pricing. Both the manufacture and the sole distributor have extended the same pricing available to other law enforcement agencies in the country based on the current trade-in program that allows the Miami Beach Police Department, and any other agency to trade-in defective X-26 ECD's and receive a trade-in credit for the new X-2 ECD. Attached, please find Appendix °B" for the Taser Law Enforcement Pricing. In addition, both Miami-Dade County and the City of Miami have designated DGG Taser, Inc., as the sole source for Taser equipment and accessories. The manufacturer and sole distributor have extended the trade-in credit of $160, resulting in a credit of$11,550. In its due diligence process, the Purchasing Division publically released an Intent to Award Pursuant to Sole Source Exemption (ITS), which is a notice that is released to bidders locally and nationally identifying the details of the items under sole source consideration. The ITS instructs firms to notify the contracting officer if they believe they can meet the requirements of the procurement. No responses to the ITS were received. CONCLUSION The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the attached resolution, authorizing a sole source procurement, pursuant to Section 2-367 (d) of the Miami Beach City Code, from DGG Taser Inc., the sole authorized distributor in the State of Florida, for the purchase of fifty-five (55) Taser X-2 Electronic Control Devices, all department-issued accessories (extended warranties, battery packs, holsters, cartridges, etc.), at an estimated cost of$85,300. T:\AGENDA\2012\12-12-12\Taser Sole Source Memo.doc i Protect Life 17800 N.85th St.'Scottsdale,Arizona'85255'1-480-991-0797'Fax 1-480-991-0791 'www.taser.com November 30, 2012 SOLE SOURCE LETTER FOR TASER INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTS This letter is to confirm TASER International is the sole source manufacturer of the following TASER brand products: Electronic control devices(ECDs): 1. TASER X2 TM Models: 22002, and 22003. 2. TASER X30 Models: 33209, and 33210. 3. TASER X26 TM Models: 26511, 26523, 26550, 26512, 26524, 26549. 4. TASER X3W TM Models: 33228, and 33229. • Optional Extended Warranties for ECDs: 1. X2 ECD-4-year extended warranty, item number 22014. 2. X26 ECD- 1-year extended warranty, item number 26730. 3. X26 ECD-4-year extended warranty, item number 26744. 4. X3 ECD- 1-year extended warranty, item number 33500. 5. X3 ECD-3-year extended warranty, item number 33501. 6. X3W ECD- 1-year extended warranty, item number 33503 7. X3W ECD-2-year extended warranty, item number 33502 i TASER ECD cartridges compatible with the X26, M26Tm and ShockwaveTm ECDs (required for these ECDs to function in the probe deployment mode): 1. 15-foot Model 34200. 2. 21-foot Model 44200. 3. 21-foot non-conductive Model 44205. 4. 25-foot Model 44203. 5. 35-foot Model 44206. • TASER Smart cartridges compatible with the X2, X3, and X3W ECDs (required for these ECDs to function in the probe deployment mode): 1. 15-foot Model 22150. 2. 25-foot Model 22151. 3. 35-foot Model 22152. 4. Inert Simulator 25-foot Model 22155. 5. 25-foot non-conductive Model 22157. O TASER CAMTm recorder, Model 26830 (full video and audio with ability to disable audio). 1. The TASER CAM can be downloaded by USB with the TASER CAM Download Kit, Model 26737. Y TASER CAMT11 HD recorder, Model 26810 (full HD video and audio) and TASER CAM HD with AS (automatic shut-down feature), Model 26820. 1. TASER CAM HD replacement battery, Model 26764. 2. The TASER CAM HD can be downloaded by USB with the TASER CAM HD Download Kit, Model 26762. 3. TASER CAM HD optional 4-year extended warranty, Item Number 26763. o Power Modules for X26 ECD: Digital Power Magazine (DPM) Model 26700; eXtended Digital Power Magazine (XDPM) model 26701; and Controlled Digital Power Magazine(CDPM), Models 26702 and 26703. • Power Modules for X2 ECD: Performance Power Magazine (PPM) Model 22010; Tactical Performance Power Magazine(TPPM)Model 22012; and Automatic Shut-Down Power Magazine(APPM) Model 22011. TASER International, Inc. Sole Source Letter Revised March, 2012 I Page 1 • Power Module for X3 and X3W ECDs: Enhanced Digital Power Magazine(EPM) Model 33203 • TASER Shockwave ECD, Models 90012, 90011, 90013, and 90010. The TASER Shockwave ECD runs off of a Shockwave Power Magazine(SPM), Model 90007. • TASER Blast Door Repair Kit Model 44019 and TASER Blast Door Replenishment Kit Model 44023 Taser International manufactures Electronic Control Devices that are geared specifically for law enforcement agencies use. Taser ECDs are not only designed to incapacitate subjects but are also designed to discharge the least amount of energy to achieve incapacitation. No other ECD manufacturer produces weapons have dual lasers and back-up shot capability. Additionally Taser International provides a true backend evidence management system that allows agencies to not only manage their weapon inventory, but also allows agencies to store ECD data and downloads. Taser ECDs also provide the agency with a trilogy log that displays the energy output after the use of the ECD. Taser leads the industry in the depth of medical studies and peer review studies that have been done in the entire industry. Taser ECDs are in the hands of 16,000 out of approximately 18,000 law enforcement agencies. SmartTM",TASER CAMM,X2TM4,X3WTM,and X26Tm are trademarks of TASER International,Inc.,and TASER®,and X3®are registered trademarks of TASER International,Inc.,registered in the U.S.©2011 TASER International,Inc.All rights reserved. AUTHORIZED TASER DISTRIBUTOR FOR SOLE AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITY FLORIDA TASER BRAND PRODUCTS DGG Taser Inc. TASER International, Inc. 8725 Youngerman Court, Suite 305 17800 N. 85th Street Jacksonville, FL 32244 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 866-626-8273 Phone Phone: 480-905-2000 or 800-978-2737 904-777-4801 Local Phone Fax: 480-991-0791 904-777-4802 Fax Please contact us at 1-800-978-2737 with any questions. Sincerely, Jim Halsted Vice President, LE Sales TASER International, Inc. TASER International, Inc. Sole Source Letter Revised March, 2012/ Page'2 ssasyrt►o os►► ro►.►.sotcs•'e e�►oss - P.r.o t'e'e t l..l 1 e. DGG Taser& Tactical Supply PH: 866-626-8273 8725 Youngerman Ct, Ste 305 FAX: 904-777-4802 Jacksonville, FL, 32244 EMAIL: sales @teamdgg.com I 2012 TASERO X2TM ECD LAW ENFORCEMENT PRICING Madel Product Description • •- • • • • 1- e - • • °• -Magazine 22002 Black X2 ECD $950.00 ea 22003 Yellow X2 TIM ECD $950.00 ea X2 Power'Magazines (Choose and)'. 22010 Performance Power Magazine PPM $49.95 ea 22012 1 Tactical Power Magazine (TPPM) $49.95 ea 22011 Automatic Shut-Down Power Magazine (APPM) $59.95 ea 'Provides audible alert before automaticall shuttin down after 5-second cycle •o onal Accessories 22013 X2 Dataport Download Kit 'X2 is NOT compatible w/X26 download kit $159.95 ea Holsters 22500 X2 Right Handed Blade-Tech@ Holster $32.95 ea 22503 X2 Left Handed Blade-Tech Holster $32.95 ea 22501 X2 Right Handed BlackHawk!@ Holster, Matte Finish $59.95 ea 22504 X2 Left Handed BlackHawk! Holster, Matte Finish $59.95 ea 6520R-STX X2 Right Handed Safariland TM in any STX Tactical Finish $61.47 ea 6520L-STX X2 Left Handed Safariland in any STX Tactical Finish $61.47 ea 6520R-PLN X2 Right Handed Safariland holster in any Leather Finish 1 $84.11 ea 6520L-PLN I X2 Left Handed Safariland holster in any Leather Finish $84.11 ea 'Customer o-o 22014 1 4-Year Extended Warranty'Must buy at time of X2 purchase' I $299.99 a:m••- 22150 15 foot Live Smart Cartridge/Yellow $26.95 ea 22151 25 foot Live Smart Cartridge/Green $28.95 ea 22152 35 foot Live Smart Cartridge /Orange 'For SWAT use $29.95 ea 22157 25' Training Smart Cartridge Blue blast door/Non-Conductive $27.95 ea 22155 1 Inert Simulator 25' Smart Cartridge, Blue 'Does not fire or arc $29.95 ea TASER • • •- 26810 TASER CAM HD Recorder $499.95 ea 26820 TASER CAM HD Recorder with Automatic Shut-Down Feature $524.95 ea 26764 TASER CAM HD Replacement Battery $49.95 ea 26763 TASER CAM HD 4-Year Extended Customer Care Warranty $149.95 ea 26762 1 TASER CAM HD USB Download Kit $14.95 ea • 4 HANDA p8� 22017 Grip, ECD, HOGUE Minimum order of 50) 1 $12.95 ea 22018 Grip, ECD, HOGUE, Packaged 1 $14.95 ea "15-foot,25-foot,and 35-foot X2 cartridges are compatible with TASER®X2 and X3®ECDs.X3 cartridges(part numbers 33100,33101,33102, 33103,33104,and 33106)are NOT compatible with the X2 ECD. Freight charges apply to all TASER shipments to cover shipping,handling&insurance.DGG Taser&Tactical Supply is SOLE SOURCE for TASER Products in the states of Florida and Georgia.FL inquiries dial ext.21,GA inquiries dial ext.30. (Revised 6/1/12,DGG Taser,Inc,) J.: - �- P R O T E C T L I F E DGG TASER 8725 Youngerman Cit.Suite 305 Jacksonville,FL 32244 Agency MSRP/ Model Product Description Price Individual Officer Price X26E Kit:Digital Power Ma azine DPM kit-without holster 26511 X26E Black/Silver grip plates without holster $807.00 ea $907.00 ea 26523 X26E Yellow/Black grip plates without holster $807.00 ea $907.00 ea 26550 X26E Black/Black grip plates without holster $807.00 ea $907.00 ea X26E Kit.eXtended Digital Power Magazine DPM kit-without holster 26512 X26E Black/Silver grip plates without holster $812.00 ea $912.00 ea 26524 X26E Yellow/Black grip plates without holster $812.00 ea $912.00 ea 26549 X26E Black/Black grip plates without holster $812.00 ea $912.00 ea Digital Power Ma azine 26700 DPM-Digital Power Magazine --195 5-second firings at room temp $33.95 ea $38.95 ea 26701 XDPM-Extended Digital Power Magazine -195 5-second firings at room temp $38.95 ea $43.95 ea Customer Care Extended Warrant no battery included 26730 One year extended customer care warranty $94.95 ea $104.95 ea 26744 Four year extended customer care warranty $189.95 ea $214.95 ea Controlled Digital Power Magazine 26702 CDPM-Controlled Digital Power Magazine-Adds disconnect/deactivate safety $51.95 ea $61.95 ea feature to X26E 26703 CDPM Start-Up Kit-Includes 1 Configure DPM,1 Deconfigure DPM,1 COPM,and $179.95 ea $204.95 ea Carry case Accessories 26830 TASER CAM 27m AudioNideo Recording for Enhanced Accountability(United States) $411.95 ea $511.95 ea 26737 TASER CAMym US Download Kit "No cost item" N/C N/C 26500 X26E USB Dataport Download Kit (Windows®98se,NT,2000,XP compatible) $159.95 ea $169.95 ea 80001 Conductive Metallic Paper Practice Target,two-part-FRONT $12.95 ea $14.95 ea 80000 Conductive Metallic Paper Practice Target,two-part-BACK $12.95 ea $14.95 ea 85002 M26n'/X26 Maintenance and Cleaning Kit 559.95 ea $69.95 ea 85000 TASER Cartridge w/alligator clips (Training Use Only) $45.00 ea $55.00 ea 44550 TASER®Simulation Training Suit (For scenario-based training exercises) $550.00 ea $600.00 ea 80100 Custom Laser Engraving'For M26 and X26 handles(Minimum order quantity of 10) $6.50 ea $7.50 ea Cartridges 34200 15ft(4.57m)'Yellow Blast Door/Training Use $19.95 ea $32.95 ea 44200 21 ft(6.4m)*Silver Blast Door/Field Use $21.95 ea $34.95 ea Title: x25E'°law Enforcement Pricing and Sales Terms&CondRians Depxtment: SaloorCustomer Servico Version: &0 Raloaso Dato: 216/2012 Pagge I of 3 DGG TASER 8725 Yoltngerman Ct. Suite 305 Jacksonville,FL 32244 r' P R O T E C T L I F E Agency MSRP/ Model Product Description Price Individual Officer Price 44203 25ft(7.62m)XP TM(Extra Penetration)*Green Blast Door/Field Use $24.95 ea $37.95 ea 44206 35ft(10.67m)XP(Extra Penetration)'Non-Reversible/Orange Blast Door/Tactical $32.95 ea $45.95 ea Field Use 44205 21 ft(6.4m)Non-Conductive Simulation'Blue/Blue Blast Door/Training Use $20.97 ea $33.97 ea Holsters 44952 1 Blade-Tech®Short Hood with Thumb Break and Tek-Lok®Holster—Right hand $32.95 ea $36.95 ea 44953 Blade-Tech®Short Hood with Thumb Break and Tek-Lok®Holster—Left hand $32.95 ea $36.95 ea 44972 BLACKHAWKO Serpa holster—Right hand $32.95 ea $36.95 ea 44973 BLACKHAWK®Serpa holster—Left hand $32.95 ea $36.95 ea For optional holsters,apparel or other accessories,please contact TASER International. *TASER CAMTr"with disabled audio recording is intended for states in which audio recording is prohibited.Check Local Laws. •15 foot,21 foot,25 foot,and 35 foot cartridges are compatible with TASER®Models M26TM and X26 electronic control devices. Title: X2GElm Law Enforcement Pricing and Salts Terms&Conditions DopartmenC Saros/Custamer Service Vcrston: 6.6 fteaso Dale: 2/612012 Page 2of3 Quote QTE0000008413 Date 11/15/2012 Jul At Page 1 DGG Taser, Inc. www.dggtaser.com 8725 Youngerman Ct #203 Jacksonville FL 32244 Bill To: Ship To: Miami Beach Police Department Miami Beach Police Department 1100 Washington Ave. 1.100 Washington Ave. Miami Beach FL 33139 Miami Beach FL 33139 Purchase Order No. Customer ID Sales erson.ID Ship in Method Pa ment Terms I Req Ship Date Master No. X2 TRADE 11/15/12 MIAMIBEACH02173 SANDI WHITE LOWEST RATE NET 30 0/0/0000 56,726 Quantity Model Number Description . Unit Price Ext.Price 55 22002 TASER X2 ECD,Black-MUST BUY EXT WARRANTY @ TIME OF PURCHASE $950.00 $52,250.00 55 22012 TASER X2 Tactical Performance Power Magazine(TPPM)22012 $49.95 $2,747.25 55 22014*SO TASER X2 4-Year Extended Warranty 22014 CAN ONLY BE PURCHASED AT TIME $299.99 $16,499.45 PURCHASE 110 22151 TASER 25'Live Smart Cartridge for X2/X3 22151 $28.95 $3,184.50 110 22157 TASER 25'Training Smart Cartridge for X2/X3 22157 $27.95 $3,074.50 50 22501 BlackHawk Holster,X2,Right Hand 22501 $59.95 $2,997.50 5 22504 BlackHawk Holster,X2,Left Hand 22504 $59.95 $299.75 Trade Discount of$210.00 is for trading in 55 ECD Per X2 Package.Valid thru 12/31/12 ONLY 100 22151 TASER 25'Live Smart Cartridge for X2/X3 22151 $28.95 $2,895.00 100 44203 Taser 25'(7.62m)Green Cartridge for M26/X26 44203 $24.95 $2,495.00 35 26701 TASER XDPM(Extended Digital Power Magazine)Approx 195 5-Second Firings at R $38.95 $1,363.25 Temperature 15 26700 TASER DPM(Digital Power Magazine)Approx 195 5-Second Firings at Room Temp $33.95 $509.25 10 22012 TASER X2 Tactical Performance Power Magazine(TPPM)22012 $49.95 $499.50 4 22155 TASER X2 Inert Simulator 25'Smart Cartridge 22155 $29.95 $119.80 5 22013 TASER X2 Dataport Download Kit 22013 /One Size $159.95 $799.75 50 44205 Taser 21'(7.62m)Blue Cartridge for M26/X26,Non-Conductive 44205 $20.97 $1,048.50 100 22157 TASER 25'Training Smart Cartridge for X2/X3 22157 $27.95 $2,795.00 i _Quote QTE0000008413 pate 11/15/2012 t Page 2 ........ _ ZS51%KT%AL G-SAR VOR AXZRSCA ' S HARC$S DGG Taser, Inc. www.dggtaser.com 8725 Youngerman Ct #203 Jacksonville FL 32244 Bill To: Ship To: Miami Beach Police Department Miami Beach Police Department 1100 Washington Ave. 1100 Washington Ave. Miami Beach FL 33139 Miami Beach FL 33139 Purchase Order No. Customer ID Salesperson ID Shipping Method Payment Terms Req Ship Date Master No. X2 TRADE 11/15/12 MIAMIBEACH02173 SANDI WHITE LOWEST RATE NET 30 0/0/0000 56,726 Quantity Model Number Description Unit Price Ext.Price 4 44550 TASER Simulation Training Suit-New and Improved ONE SIZE $550.00 $2,200.00 10 80001 Conductive metallic paper practice target,two part-FRONT /80001 $12.95 $129.50 10 80000 Conductive metallic paper practice target,two part-BACK /80000 $12.95 $129.50 I Subtotal $96,037.00 Thank you for your Business! IH• � $0.00 :Tax- $0.00 F $510.00 T e Disc t $11 550.00 Total $84,997.00 AM MIAMI BEACH Sole Source Procurement Request Description of Product/Service: Estimated amount of this purchase: $85,000.00 One Time Purchase X or Recurring II Department: Police/Support Services Contact Person: Sgt.Daniel Morgalo Phone: 305 673-7964 or 305 335-5053 Due Date: II Work must be completed by: (check all that apply) II MateriaVEquipment/Supplies must be delivered by: -1 Service must begin by: Please provide the following information in order to document the sole source request and prepare the appropriate recommendation to the City Manager and Mayor and City Commission: 1. The Taser X-26 Electronic Control Device(ECD)is the industry standard,less than lethal ECD available to Law -Enforcement It has been the standard issue ECD of the MBPD since 2003. In 2012 the MBPD has begun to transition to the new Taser X-2 ECD and is set to begin replacing the X-26 ECD with the new X-2 2 Taser International in Scottsdale,Az. is the sole manufacturer of all Taser Brand Products,including the aforementioned X-2 and X-26,ECD's and all the collateral accessories(extended warranties,battery packs,cartridges,etc...). Taser International utilizes DGG Taser Inc as the sole source distributor for all Taser products sold to any agency in the State of Florida. We cannot make this purchase through any other.distributor. 3. The purchase itself will not obligate us to future purchases through this vendor,however,this vendor will be the Sole Source for any future purchases in upcoming fiscal years. Warranty claims and maintenance is handled directly with the manufacturer via an RMA.Process. 4. The pricing is set by Taser International and DGG Inc. Both the manufacturer and the sole source vendor have extended the same pricing available to any other law enforcement agency in the country based on the current trade in program that allows the MBPD and any other agency to trade in defective X-26 ECD's and receive a trade-in credit for the new X-2 ECD. S. The manufacturer and vendor have extended the trade in credit of$210 dollars per unit, which was reduced to$160 dollars in October of 2012. This trade in credit is set to expire December 31,2012. 6. If this sole source is not approved,public safety might be affected since our Police Officers will not have Taser ECD products available to protect themselves and the public. If the sole source is not approved by December 31,2012 and the purchase initiated,the city will have to pay approximately$11,500 more to purchase the same items without the trade-in credit 7. TASER International,Inc. (TASER)develops and manufactures advanced electronic control devices(ECDs)designed for use in the law enforcement,military,corrections,private security and personal defense markets. The Company makes ECDs for two main types of market segments:the law enforcement,military,corrections and professional security markets,and the consumer market. Its products use a replaceable cartridge containing compressed nitrogen to deploy and propel two small probes that are attached to the ECD by insulated conductive wires with lengths ranging from IS to 35 feet The Company's ECDs transmit electrical pulses along the wires and into the body affecting the sensory and motor functions of the peripheral nervous system. The energy can penetrate up to two cumulative inches of clothing,or one inch per probe. The initial effect lasts five seconds for its law enforcement,military and corrections products and up to thirty seconds for its consumer market models. I hereby request that a Sole Source be ap ove or the'procurement of the above statement of.work,material,equipment, commodity,or s ice. Department Dire or's e: Signature Date . o _ Title: TASER Sole Source'.Letter.. Department: SAleslCustomer Service Version: 2. Release bate:. 112812101:3 rM 17800 N.85th St.*Scottsdale,Arizona*85255*1-480-991-0797*Fax 1-480-991-0791 *www.taser.com January 2, 2014 SOLE SOURCE LETTER FOR TASER INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTS This letter is to confirm TASER International is the sole source manufacturer of the following TASERO brand products: • Conducted Electrical Weapons(CEWs): 1. TASER X2 TM Models: 22002 and 22003. 2. TASER X30 Models: 33209 and 33210. 3. TASER X26 TM Models: 26511, 26523, 26550, 26512, 26524, 26549. 4. TASER X26PTM Models: 11002 and 11003. 5. TASER X3WTM Models: 33228 and 33229. • Optional Extended Warranties for CEWs: 1. X2 -4-year extended warranty, item number 22014. 2. X26 - 1-year extended warranty, item number 26730. 3. X26 -4-year extended warranty, item number 26744. 4. X26P-2-year extended warranty, item number 11008. 5. X26P-4-year extended warranty, item number 11004. 6. X3 - 1-year extended warranty, item number 33500. 7. X3 -3-year extended warranty, item number 33501. 8. X3W- 1-year extended warranty, item number 33503. 9. X3W -2-year extended warranty, item number 33502. • TASER CEW cartridges (compatible with the X26 and X26P; required for these CEWs to function in the probe deployment mode): 1. 15-foot Model 34200. 2. 21-foot Model 44200. 3. 21-foot non-conductive Model 44205. 4. 25-foot Model 44203. • TASER SmartTM cartridges (compatible with the X2, X3, and X3W; required for these CEWs to function in the probe deployment mode): 1. 15-foot Model 22150. 2. 25-foot Model 22151. 3. 35-foot Model 22152. • TASER Smart blue training-use only cartridges (compatible with the X2, X3, and X3W; required for the CEWs to function in the probe deployment mode for training): 1. 25-foot Model 33102. 2. 35-foot Model 33104. • TASER CAMTm recorder, Model 26830 (full video and audio with ability to disable audio). This accessory can be downloaded by USB with the TASER CAM Download Kit, Model 26737. This item is only compatible with the X26. • TASER CAM HD recorder, Model 26810 (full HD video and audio) and TASER CAM HD with AS (automatic shut- down feature), Model 26820. TASER CAM HD is compatible only with the X26P and X2. TASER International,Inc. Sole Source Letter Revised February 2013/Page 1 Title: TASER Sole Source Letter Department: Sales/Customer Service Version: 2.0 Release Date: 1/2812013 1. TASER CAM HD replacement battery, Model 26764. 2. TASER CAM HD Download Kit, Model 26762. 3. TASER CAM HD optional 4-year extended warranty, Item Number 26763. • Power Modules for X26 CEW: Digital Power Magazine (DPM) Model 26700; eXtended Digital Power Magazine (XDPM) Model 26701; and Controlled Digital Power Magazine(CDPM), Models 26702 and 26703. • Power Modules for X26P and X2 CEWs: Performance Power Magazine (PPM) Model 22010; Tactical Performance Power Magazine (TPPM) Model 22012; and Automatic Shut-Down Performance Power Magazine (APPM) Model 22011. • TASER Dataport Download Kits: 1. Dataport Download Kit for the X26 Model number 26500 2. Dataport Download Kit for the X2 and X26P Model number 22013 • Power Module for X3 and X3W CEWs: Enhanced Digital Power Magazine (EPM) Model 33203 • TASER Blast Door Repair Kit Model 44019 and TASER Blast Door Replenishment Kit Model 44023 • AXONfIexTM system: 1. AXONflex Kit, Model 73030 2. AXON Body Kit, Model 73002 3. AXONflex Controller, Model 73001 4. Evidence Transfer Manager(ETM). 1. 6 dock ETM, Model 73016. 2. 12 dock ETM, Model 73048 3. 12 dock ETM, Model 73070, Body AUTHORIZED TASER DISTRIBUTOR FOR SOLE AUTHORIZED REPAIR FACILITY FLORIDA TASER BRAND PRODUCTS TASER International, Inc. TASER International, Inc. 17800 N. 85th Street 17800 N. 85th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Scottsdale,AZ 85255 Phone: 480-905-2000 or 800-978-2737 Phone: 480-905-2000 or 800-978-2737 Fax: 480-991-0791 Fax: 480-991-0791 Please contact us at 1-800-978-2737 with any questions. Sincerely, Jim Halsted Vice President, LE Sales TASER International, Inc. TASER International,Inc. Sole Source Letter Revised February 2013;Page 2 Title: TA.SER:So.le Source Letter Deportment: Sales/Customer Service Versi on:. 2.4 Release Oahe : 11.2812013 : AxonflexTM,SmartTM,TASER CAM TM,X2 TM,X3WTM,X26 TM and X26PTM are trademarks of TASER International,Inc.,and TASERO,X30 and are registered trademarks of TASER International,Inc.,registered in the U.S.©2013 TASER International,Inc.All rights reserved. TASER International,Inc. Sole Source Letter Revised February 20131 Page 3