Explanation
BACKGROUND: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Department of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Support Services, to enter into a contract with Deccan International for an upgrade to the current LiveMum application being used by Fire E911 dispatchers. LiveMUM is a real-time operational module that provides the dispatchers with instant recomendations on where to reallocate fire apparatus needed for service. It identifies gaps in coverage based on geographic area and call demand to instantaneously recommond optimal move-ups (apparatus reallocation) for EMS apparatuses. Move-ups allow for available apparatuses to be reassigned to different areas when the primary appratus for that area is on a dispatched run. This upgrade to the LiveMUM Move-Up Module offers a replay mode to be used to review coverage and past unit activity. Dispatchers will have a Wallmap feature, as well as real-time coverage maps with this web-based application.
Bid Information: This upgrade to the current LiveMUM application is executed in accordance with the sole source provisions of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Code; Deccan International is the proprietary software licensing and maintenance contractor for the City's current LiveMUM applicaition.
Contract Compliance: Contract Compliance Number #33-0864002, expires 8-7-2017.
Emergency Designation: Emergency designation is requested to ensure that the City's dispatchers can utililize this upgrade immediately to ensure they are offering the best service to the citizens.
FISCAL IMPACT: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $27,200 from the Division of Support Service's general fund budget for an upgrade to the current LiveMUM application for the 911 Communication Center.
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To authorize and direct the Director of Public Safety, on behalf of the Division of Support Services, to enter into a contract with Deccan International, for an upgrade to the LiveMUM application in accordance wit...
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