Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Board of Health to enter into a contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc. for the purchase and installation of security cameras and related equipment at Columbus Public Health in the amount of $130,035.95. The service will include removal of existing outdated equipment, and installation of new cameras, workstations, and mounts.
K.N.S. Services currently provides installation, integration, service and support for the Genetec security surveillance system. K.N.S. is the only Unified Elite Genetec Partner in Ohio and as such K.N.S. maintains the Genetec system licensing and programming. Therefore, due to the proprietary nature of the security software and compatibility of existing security and camera equipment, it is in the best interest of the City to enter into contract with K.N.S. in accordance with the sole source procurement provisions of Columbus City Code.
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE:
K.N.S. Services Inc. Vendor Number #005443 Exp. 2/22/2025
This company is not debarred according to the Excluded Party Listing System of the Federal Government or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State Unresolved Findings for Recovery Certified Search.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $130,035.95 from the Health Special Revenue Fund for the security camera upgrades at Columbus Public Health.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: These security camera upgrades at Columbus Public Health are immediately needed improvements due to the condition of the current equipment. In addition, the need for enhanced security at this facility necessitates an emergency designation.
Title
To authorize the Board of Health to enter into contract with K.N.S. Services, Inc. for the purchase and installation of security cameras and related equipment at Columbus Public Health in accordance with the sole source procurement provisions of Columbus City Code; to authorize the expenditure...
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