Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Support Services, to enter into a contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc. for maintenance and support of the Neighborhood Safety Camera program.
As part of a comprehensive approach to preventing and fighting crime in Columbus neighborhoods, the City of Columbus entered into contract in 2011 to design and install safety cameras in five original neighborhoods. The program has since been expanded to include over 300 cameras in 100 locations in Columbus neighborhoods that includes the Hilltop, Livingston Avenue, Mt. Vernon, Weinland Park, Linden, Franklinton, the Far East, and Far North areas of Columbus. This legislation is seeking authorization to enter into contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc. to perform full-service preventative maintenance and repairs on these cameras as well as any new systems that may be installed during the life of this contract.
Contract Compliance: K.N.S. Services, Inc.- Vendor # 005443- Contract Compliance expires 1/27/2027
Emergency Designation: Emergency legislation is requested to ensure that the Neighborhood Safety Cameras continue to operate properly and without interruption and to allow for outstanding maintenance needs to be met as soon as possible.
Bid Waiver: K.N.S. Services, Inc. has the specialized knowledge and experience needed to provide these services. They are the vendor the department currently uses for installation, maintenance, and support of neighborhood safety cameras.
Fiscal Impact: This legislation authorizes the expenditure of $100,000.00 from the Division of Support Services' general fund operating budget for maintenance and support of the Neighborhood Safety Cameras.
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To authorize the Director of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Support Services, to enter into contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc. for maintenance services for the Neighborhood Safety Cameras; to w...
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