Explanation
BACKGROUND:
This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Technology to enter into an agreement with Software House International Corp. (SHI) for Autodesk software subscription renewal and technical support, on behalf of the Departments of Public Service (DPS) and Public Utilities (DPU). The original agreement for these services was procured through Chapter 329.06 of Columbus City Code, pursuant to solicitation SA006040 authorized by Ord. No. 2714-2015 (EL017729) passed November 23, 2015. That original agreement included options to be renewed annually for two additional one (1) year terms by mutual agreement and approval of proper City authorities. This ordinance represents the first of the two allowable renewals. The term of this agreement will be for the period January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017, at a cost of $32,194.00.
Autodesk software is used for mapping and the creation and/or updating of shop drawings and architectural plans, making it easier for the Departments of Public Service and Public Utilities to share data with customers, agencies, consultants and other interested parties with whom they interact. This ordinance will enable the departments to continue receiving updated versions of Autodesk software and access technical support for their software.
EMERGENCY:
Emergency action is requested to expedite authorization of this agreement in order to initiate services from the supplier at the prices proposed.
FISCAL IMPACT:
In 2015, the Department of Technology authorized the expenditure of $44,407.00 (via Ord. No. 2714-2015; EL017729) with Software House International Corp. (SHI) for the purchase of Autodesk software subscription renewal and technical support services. Approval of this ordinance will allow for the expenditure of $32,194.00 for the Departments of Public Utilities and Public Service for the purchase of Autodesk software subscription renewal and technical support. The funds for this expenditure h...
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