Use of Force Training Audit

The City of Colorado Springs awarded a contract to the Police Executive Research Forum to conduct a comprehensive audit of its Use of Force training program. The contract, valued at $277,780, begins on July 14, 2023 and aims to evaluate training effectiveness, compliance with best practices, and identify improvement opportunities. • Scope: Independent audit and performance assessment of police use‑of‑force training curricula and delivery. • Value: Fixed‑price award of $277,780, indicating a lump‑sum, firm‑fixed‑price arrangement. • Vendor: Police Executive Research Forum, a nonprofit specializing in law‑enforcement research and consulting. • Outcome: Deliverable report with findings, recommendations, and actionable improvement plans for the city’s police department.