Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH FIBER TECHNOLOGIES NETWORKS, L.L.C. FOR THE PROVISION OF INTERNET SERVICE AS REQUIRED FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CITY'S BROADBAND SERVICES PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Executive Summary: Staff has solicited and reviewed pricing for the City's broadband internet service provider (ISP). Staff is now prepared to award a contract and seeks Council approval.
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Legislative History
Resolution No. 15-78, granting permission to obtain ISP pricing for the broadband project, was passed by City Council on June 2, 2015.
Purpose & Explanation
Staff has reviewed two (2) proposals for provision of internet services for the broadband project. One of the providers, One Community, is currently under state of Ohio term contract with the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) for these services. However, Fiber Technologies, LLC is offering the same services at a lower price with the ability to deliver services to the City in a much shorter time frame.
The City is permitted to seek contract pricing that may meet or beat state terms contracts for various goods and services. Therefore, staff recommends Fiber technologies LLC as the lowest and best bidder for ISP services. A price chart comparison has been attached for review.
Timing Considerations
Staff requests emergency legislation to expedite the execution of the contract.
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council approve this Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award and enter into a three (3) year contract agreement for internet services with Fiber Technologies, LLC in the amount of $40,050.00 with a 10% contingency for unknowns for a not to exceed three (3) year amount of $44,055.00
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Frank Comeriato, Assistant City Manager...
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