Explanation
BACKGROUND: The Department of Public Safety, Division of Police, purchased wiretap equipment and software (ADACS4 - Advanced Digital Audio Collection System) in 2003 through grant funds. The Division of Police uses this system as an investigative tool. It provides access to the highest levels of criminal organizations and accelerates investigative outcomes. Fewer resources and time are needed to convict suspects who have otherwise insulated themselves from prosecution. The system has not been updated since 2003. The Division currently pays $20,000 a year for a maintenance service agreement; however, the Sytech Technicians report that in the near future they will be unable to repair any breakdowns due to the age of the hardware and software. In 2012-2013, the system has failed at critical moments in investigations. This ordinance is requesting to enter into a contract with SyTech Corporation for an upgrade to our current system’s (ADACS4) hardware and software. There is also a need to appropriate funds in the Mandatory Drug Fine Fund in order to be able to fund this expense. A total of $41,400.00 to cover the cost of the hardware and software upgrades will be funded from the Mandatory Drug Fine Fund.
Bid Information: The proprietary nature of the ADACS4 that the Division seeks to upgrade require that the equipment and installation be purchased from the sole source provider, SyTech Corporation.
This company is not debarred according to the System for Award Management (SAM) or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State unresolved findings for recovery certified search.
Contract Compliance No.: 54-1587652, expires 6-08-2014
Emergency Designation: Emergency legislation is necessary so that Police may continue to investigate criminal action utilizing the upgraded software and hardware and current contractor.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $41,400.00 for a contract with SyTe...
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