Title
Public Safety Radios and Communication Equipment
Action
Action:
A. Approve unit price contracts for the purchase of radios and communication equipment for the term of three years to the following companies:
* Motorola Solutions, Inc.,
* Two Way Radio of Carolina, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to two, one-year renewal terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Phil Reiger, General Services
Shelia Anderson, General Services
Markell Storay, Innovation and Technology
Crystal Combs, Innovation and Technology
Explanation
* Public safety radios are two-way voice communication used by public safety-first responders, including Fire, Medic, Police, and Sheriff.
* On August 6, 2024, the city issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on behalf of the City of Charlotte's Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (CCPA) and Participating Public Agencies for radios and communication equipment; four proposals were received.
* Motorola Solutions, Inc. and Two Way Radio of Carolina best meet the city's needs in terms of qualifications, experience, cost, and responsiveness to RFP requirements and other public entities that may choose to use the resulting contracts.
* CCPA contracts are designed to benefit all entities required to comply with state purchasing laws, including cities, counties, public and private schools, colleges and universities, non-profits, and governmental entities by leveraging aggregate purchasing volume to secure better pricing.
* Annual aggregate expenditures are estimated to be $3,500,000 with Motorola Solutions, Inc. and $400,000 with Two Way Radio of Carolina.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Contract goals were not established for this Contract because the scope of work or goods required does not present viable subcontracting opportunities. The prime contractor will be responsible for 100% of the work or goods, a...
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