Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Board of Health to enter into a contract with Tape Central, Inc DBA Central Ohio Audio Video for audiovisual, unified communications, and broadcast systems upgrade services for an amount not to exceed $140,626.85.
Columbus Public Health (CPH) has a need to update the audiovisual components of its boardroom, media relations room, IT room, and several conference rooms located at 240 Parsons Ave. These upgrades will enable CPH staff to collaborate, communicate, and innovate more effectively, allowing them to better serve our clients.
The contract period is from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2027.
The contract compliance number for Tape Central, Inc is CC-005746. These services were advertised through Bonfire (RFQ033658) according to bidding requirements of the City Code. An executive summary of that solicitation is included as an attachment to this ordinance.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: This ordinance is submitted as an emergency to adhere to the deliverable timeline of the grant that is funding this contract, as the budget period ends November 30, 2026. Any delay in the execution of this contract could result in disapproval of funds from the grantor.
FISCAL IMPACT: Expenditures to provide these services are budgeted in the Health Department Grants Fund, Fund No. 2251. ($140,626.85)
Title
To authorize the Board of Health to enter into a contract with Tape Central, Inc DBA Central Ohio Audio Video for audiovisual, unified communications, and broadcast systems upgrade services; to authorize the expenditure from the Health Departments Grants Fund to pay the costs thereof; and to declare an emergency. ($140,626.85)
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WHEREAS, The Board of Health has a need for audiovisual, unified communications, and broadcast systems upgrade services; and
WHEREAS, Tape Central, Inc DBA Central Ohio Audio Video has the expertise required to carry out those services; and
WHEREAS, an emergency exists in t...
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