Department: Purchasing
Department Head/Elected Official: DeWight Dopslauf
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Amendment
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Motorola Solutions, Inc.
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a sole source exemption from the competitive bid requirements and that the County Judge execute an addendum to an agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $618,579 for dispatch console upgrade for Constable Precinct 4 for the period of August 27, 2024 - August 26, 2025, Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Sole Source.
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Background and Discussion:
The current equipment at Harris County Constable Precinct 4 facilities has become obsolete and cannot be updated or maintained effectively. Harris County Radio Shop has assessed Constable Precinct 4's facilities and confirmed that the specified equipment, Motorola CommandCentral AXS Dispatch Consoles, is essential for integration with the current County-wide system. Motorola is the exclusive provider of this service. The TXWARN Radio Core is currently configured to integrate seamlessly with Motorola Dispatch consoles, negating the need for additional hardware or licenses. The current proposal provided by Motorola Solutions, Inc. encompasses all necessary hardware and licenses for the installation.
Expected Impact:
The new systems will ensure reliable and efficient communication for law enforcement operations, enhancing the ability of officers to respond to community needs.
Alternative Options:
Should Precinct 4 opt for a non-Motorola P25 compatible dispatch console, significant additional costs would be incurred. This would involve acquiring a CSSI (Console Subsystem Interface) and procuring site and ...
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