Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance seeks to authorize the Director of Public Safety to enter into a contract with LexisNexis Risk Solutions FL Inc. for the purpose of continuing instant computer access to the investigative database (Accurint), allowing the most efficient investigative record searches for administrative, investigative, and enforcement personnel users.
Bid Information: The City of Columbus first contracted with LexisNexis in 2007 to obtain access to the Accurint computer database system. This database is a vital tool in the investigative process in obtaining data from across the country and within the state on criminal activity and individuals. LexisNexis provides an unparalleled comprehensive database not provided by another organization that also integrates with the City’s Premier One system. With daily access, this vital tool is paramount to operations, investigations and solving crimes within the City. Therefore, the Division of Police requests a bid waiver to continue services with this vendor.
This company is not debarred according to the Federal excluded parties listing or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State unresolved findings for recovery certified search.
Contract Compliance No: CC007871, LexisNexis Risk Solutions FL Inc., expires 04/05/2026
Emergency Designation: Emergency legislation is requested so that the Division of Police may immediately enter into said contract to continue these vital and important services without interruption.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $164,774.19 from the Law Enforcement Contraband Seizure Fund with LexisNexis Risk Solutions FL Inc. for the Division of Police contingent on the passage of Ordinance 0201-2025. The Division of Police encumbered or spent $159,000.00 in 2024, $152,500.00 in 2023, and $147,000.00 in 2022 for these services.
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To authorize the Director of Public Safety to enter into contract with LexisNexis ...
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