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Public Safety Committee backs purchase of two explosive‑ordnance robots, waives bid
Summary
The Overland Park Public Safety Committee voted unanimously May 14 to recommend the city council waive competitive bidding and approve purchase of two explosive‑ordnance disposal robots from ICor Technology for up to $344,975 using a GSA cooperative contract, citing interoperability with regional teams and wear on existing equipment.
The Overland Park Public Safety Committee voted on May 14 to recommend that the City Council waive the bid process and approve the purchase of two explosive‑ordnance disposal (EOD) robots from ICor Technology in an amount not to exceed $344,975, to be procured via a GSA cooperative purchasing contract.
Captain Kelly Haas told the committee the department’s oldest large robot — purchased in 2019 — has substantial wear, particularly in the manipulator arm and track stability. Haas described two models proposed for purchase:…
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