Explanation
BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Technology to enter into contract with SHI International Corporation (SHI) to provide annual software maintenance and support to the City’s NetMotion mobility solution. It also authorizes adding licenses for additional devices for the Public Service Department. The City uses NetMotion software to enable mobile workers, including police officers, public utility and public service field crews to utilize computer applications over cellular communication networks. Without the NetMotion solution, these applications will not function when accessed over a cellular network, significantly diminishing the effectiveness and efficiency of City police officers and other mobile workers.
Bids for this service were sought using the city’s electronic vendor bid portal (RFQ#002169). The sole bid, submitted by SHI International Corporation, was opened on August 3rd, 2016. This bid, which totals $43,093.40, was fully responsive to the bid solicitation; therefore the Department of Technology recommends that the award be made to SHI International Corp.
This is a one year contract with two annual renewal options requiring City Council approval.
The term of this contract is September 30, 2016 through September 29, 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Sufficient funds are budgeted and available within the Department of Technology’s internal services fund direct charge budget. This enables pro-rating the cost among the various funds of the three beneficiary departments (i.e., Public Safety, Public Utilities and Public Service).
EMERGENCY:
Emergency action is requested to expedite authorization of this contract in order to facilitate and maintain uninterrupted services from the supplier.
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE:
Vendor: SHI International Corporation (DAX Vendor Account #: 001671); Contract compliance #: 223009648 Expiration Date: 8/3/2018
Title
To authorize the Director of the Department...
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