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 use of the Genetec Advantage software for the Neighborhood Safety Camera program.
Genetec Advantage is a comprehensive maintenance package that includes software upgrades, premium support, and system monitoring. The Columbus Division of Police uses this system to monitor and support the Neighborhood Safety Camera network. This ordinance authorizes the Department of Public Safety to enter into a five year contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc., the local dealer for the Genetec Advantage software.
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 software updates to be made as soon as possible.
Sole Source Procurement: The Neighborhood Safety Camera Program uses City-standard Genetec security equipment. A quote for this software was obtained from K.N.S. Services, Inc. They are the only Genetec Unified Elite integrator in the Central Ohio area. Due to the proprietary nature of the security software and the need to maintain compatibility with the Genetec system, it is in the best interest of the City to enter into a contract with K.N.S. Services Inc. in accordance with the City’s sole source procurement provisions.
Fiscal Impact: This ordinance authorizes the expenditure of $68,359.62 from the Division of Support Services' general fund operating budget for this software contract. This money is budgeted and available for this purpose.
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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 use of the Genetec Advantage software for the Neighborh...
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