STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance and Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: March 25, 2020
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Elizabeth Reich
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a three-year cooperative purchasing agreement for commercial wireless communication services and equipment for the Department of Information and Technology Services with Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless and its related entities through the Department of Information Resources cooperative agreement - Estimated amount of $9,348,204.84 - Financing: Various Funds (see Fiscal Information)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a cooperative purchasing agreement is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis according to annual budgetary appropriations. The estimated amount is intended as guidance rather than a cap on spending under the agreement, so that actual need combined with the amount budgeted will determine the amount spent under this agreement.
This cooperative purchasing agreement will provide for ongoing commercial wireless communication services and equipment. The agreement allows for wireless cell phone use which increases mobility and collaboration between departments. Additionally, this agreement allows for the purchase of mobility services that can be used in smart devices, such as cradle point, or mobile tablets. This enterprise agreement is utilized by departments that make use of remote connectivity.
Wireless technology includes voice, data, and internet services which are used in various forms of communications and connectivity. Utilizing commercial wireless technology provides the ability for staff to access information, research, and respond instantly while not locally connected.
The Department of Information Resources cooperative agreement is authorized by Chapter 7...
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