TITLE
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to increase Munis Contract No. 3190000026, formerly Blanket Purchase Order No. BPLB19000026, with GSSi, Inc., dba General Security Service, of Wilmington, CA, for providing security guard services, by $454,500, with a 10 percent contingency of $45,450, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $999,900, and extend the term to March 9, 2020. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
On February 19, 2019, the City Council authorized the award of a contract to GSSi, Inc., for providing security guard services, but restricted the term to a period of six months, while a Prop L analysis is completed. City Council approval is requested to increase Munis Contract No. 3190000026 in the amount of $499,950 and extend the contract an additional six months to March 9, 2020, to allow for the completion of the analysis, while also continuing to provide for this critical service ensuring the safety of visitors and staff, along with property and buildings, at citywide facilities.
This matter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Amy R. Webber on July 11, 2019, Business Services Manager Sandy Tsang-Palmer on July 11, 2019, and by Budget Management Officer Rhutu Amin Gharib on July 24, 2019.
TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
City Council action is requested on August 13, 2019, to ensure continuation of services.
FISCAL IMPACT
The requested action will increase the contract cost with GSSi by $499,950, inclusive of a 10 percent contingency, and extend the term to March 9, 2020 for an annual cost of $999,900. The contract was budgeted in various funds and departments. This recommendation has no staffing impact beyond the normal budgeted scope of duties and is consistent with existing City Council priorities. The extension of this contract will provide continued support to our local economy by assisting in the preservation of employment for 37 employees residing in Long Beach.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve recommendation.
Respectfully S...
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