Explanation
A. Need: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Support Services, to enter into contract with Motorola C & E, for backup maintenance service which is required to ensure continued operation of the Fire and Police 800 MHz Radio, Wireless PA, and Mobile Data RF Communication Systems.
The City accepted the 800 MHz Radio System April 1, 1992, Wireless PA System August 10, 1999 and the Mobile Data System August 1, 1999. This contract will provide backup field engineering support from Motorola C & E for system failures, factory repair of some circuit board failures, and access to Motorola engineers on an around-the-clock basis. The contract covers depot level maintenance for all the fixed end components of the 800 MHz Radio, Wireless PA, and Mobile Data RF Communication Systems.
B. Bid Information: Motorola C & E is the only known provider for this type of services.
C. Contract Compliance: Contract Compliance Number # 361115800
2. FISCAL IMPACT:
A. Budgeted Amount: Funds for this expenditure are available in the Department of Public Safety, Division of Support Services 2005 Cable Fund Appropriation.
Title
To authorize and direct the Director of Public Safety to enter into a contract with Motorola C & E for backup maintenance service required for continued operation of the Fire and Police 800 MHz Radio, Wireless PA, and Mobile Data RF Communication Systems in accordance with the provisions of sole source procurement, to authorize the expenditure of $72,554.28 or so much thereof as needed, from the Division of Support Services' Cable Fund. ($72,554.28).
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WHEREAS, the City of Columbus requires a Backup Service Maintenance Agreement with Motorola C & E for the Police and Fire 800 MHz Radio, Wireless PA, and Mobile Data RF Communication Systems; and,
WHEREAS, Motorola C & E is the only known company that can provide essential backup service 24 hours a day, s...
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