Explanation
BACKGROUND:
The metronet replacement project is divided into two phases. Ordinance No. 1246-2004, passed July 12, 2004, was for phase one of the metronet core network replacement. This legislation authorizes the Director of Technology to enter into the following contracts in connection with phase two of the metronet core network replacement.
Resource One: Computer Systems Hardware/Professional Services| $312,000.00
GoldTech: Data Wiring Services| $3,000.00
Anixter: Misc. components| $8,000.00
The aforementioned firms were selected to provide various services and hardware for this project. Phase two will consist of replacing network equipment at remote locations citywide. The work performed in phase two will prevent lengthy outages that can affect entire floors within city facilities as well as complete network outages for smaller remote locations. Resource One will be supplying hardware and professional services via the Cisco UTC contract with the City of Columbus. GoldTech was selected using an informal bid process and will provide the wiring services. Anixter will provide miscellaneous components.
EMERGENCY: Emergency action is requested to ensure that this project is not delayed, thereby endangering various city systems.
FISCAL IMPACT: Capital funds for phase two of the metronet core network replacement have been identified within the 2004 Cable and Information Services Bond Sale per Ordinance 1185-2004, passed on June 28, 2004.
Contract Compliance Nos.
Resource One 31-1419297 Expires: 03/09/07
GoldTech 31-1699015 Expires: 12/20/04
Anixter 36-2361285 Expires: 06/09/07
Title
To authorize the Technology Director to enter into contracts with Resource One, GoldTech, and Anixter for the acquisition of equipment and professional services related to phase two of the metronet core replacement project; to authorize the expenditure of $323,000.00 from the Departm...
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