Explanation
This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to enter into a professional services contract with API Security Services and Investigations Inc. for professional guard services at the Fleet Facility of 4211 Groves Rd as well as the Safety Facility at 4252 Groves Rd.
The Department of Finance and Management solicited Competitive Bids for the subject services in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code (RFQ027074). Two (2) bids were received and opened on April 16th 2024. API Security Services and Investigations Inc was deemed to be the lowest, responsible and best bidder.
This contract is for one (1) year from April 30th 2024 with three (3) renewals available on this contract which are made on a year-to-year basis upon mutual agreement, budgeted funds and approval by Columbus City Council. If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be requested.
This Ordinance is being submitted in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code pertaining to entering into a service contract.
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: This ordinance is being submitted as an emergency in order to allow the upkeep of mission critical equipment needed for the Division of Fleet Management and all the subsequent Departments dependent upon the continuance of their timely operations for the health and prosperity of City of Columbus citizens
SUPPLIER: API Security Services and Investigations Inc, FID # 352158980, D365 #007115, Pending Renewal
The 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 $155,760.00 from the Fleet Operating Fund for professional guard services.
$165,000.00 was spent in ...
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