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Recommendation to adopt resolution to participate in State of California Contracts 5-06-58-20 (DTS 06E1390) and 5-06-58-21 (DTS 06E1391) with SBC Global Services, Inc., dba AT&T Global Services, to purchase telecommunications equipment, software and services in an amount not to exceed $95,000 per year. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
The Technology Services Department purchases telecommunications system equipment, software and services to maintain the physical infrastructure for local and long distance telephone services and data communication services. Items such as routers, repeaters, telephone switches, cable and telephone sets are needed to ensure reliable voice and data communications. Purchasing the equipment and software from a vendor who also provides installation and maintenance services allows the City to more quickly respond to requests and repairs.
Section 1802 of the City Charter permits the City to participate in joint and cooperative purchasing agreements by adoption of a Resolution of the City Council authorizing purchases under contracts entered into by other governmental agencies, such as the California Integrated Information Network (CALNET) II. This contract sets price caps on the equipment and services purchased there under, ensuring that City prices are based on the most competitive rates. The proposed Resolution allows purchases with AT&T under the CALNET II contract for as long as it is in effect. AT&T has agreed to provide the same rates offered by CALNET II. The City's participation in CALNET II may be terminated at any time with 30 days' prior written notice.
This matter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Gary Anderson on August 4, 2008, and by Budget Management Officer Victoria Bell on August 11, 2008.
TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
In order to begin to take advantage of pricing offered under the CALNET II agreement, City Council action is requested on September 2, 2008.
FISCAL IMPACT
Total expenditures for these purchases will not e...
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