Department
Information Technology
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a statewide contract - Information Technology, SWC98000-MNS1-0000001102 GTA, Telecommunication Services in the amount of $932,943.50 with AT&T Corporation, (Atlanta, GA) to provide telecommunication services and products Countywide. Effective upon BOC approval through June 30, 2024. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-462, requests for approval of statewide contracts of more than $100,000 shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Open and Responsible Government
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
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District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background
Fulton County Information Technology Department highly recommends use of the GTA Cooperative Agreement with AT&T to provide Wireless Mobile communication services and devices to all of Fulton County Government Departments and Agencies. Fulton County Information Technology anticipates use of the cooperative agreement through June 30, 2024.
Scope of Work: The services provided by use of the cooperative agreement will include the vendor providing mobile equipment, supplies, cellular network (Standard/Public Safety), in-building coverage and support for wireless voice and data services for Fulton County Government. The vendor is required to provide direct access to a Cellular Network of 5G or greater. The direct access will include a dedicated network for Public Safety staff that allows the County to escalate to preemption in the event of an emergency. The vendor/service provider is required to ensure limited interruptions in service, given the critical nature of County services to include but not limited to Public Safety, Court Services and various People services for both transition of new devices as well as daily operations. Additionally, the vendor will provide in-building coverage solutions to locations that have difficult wireless penetration. The current contract expired December 31, 2023 and is currently operating on an extension. It is critical that approval be considered.
Community Impact: Wireless Mobile Communication services via cellular network provide Fulton County Staff a means to conduct operational and critical tasks directly and indirectly to Fulton County constituents.
Department Recommendation: The Information Technology Department recommends approval to utilize the GTA Cooperative Agreement for AT&T.
Project Implications: The current contract with AT&T expired on December 31, 2023. Fulton County Information Technology is requiring use of the GTA Cooperative Agreement to provide Wireless Mobile services to Fulton County Departments/Agencies
Community Issues/Concerns: There are no community issues/ concerns
Department Issues/Concerns: The current contract expired December 31,2023 and is currently operating on an extension. It is critical that approval be considered and preferably approved for use of the GTA Cooperative Agreement for AT&T that will allow the County to resume services without interruption.
Contract & Compliance Information
Not Applicable
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: GTA Cooperative Agreement
Exhibit 2: Cooperative Purchasing Statewide GSA Use Justification Form
Exhibit 3: Performance Evaluation
Exhibit 4: Amendment No.5 to Enterprise Agreement for Equipment Services
Exhibit 5: CIOFY24 ATT Mobility Services Memo
Contact Information
Kevin Kerrigan, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology, 404-612-0057
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
0.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
0.00 |
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This Request: |
$932,943.50 |
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TOTAL: |
$932,943.50 |
Grant Information Summary
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Cash |
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Match Required: |
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In-Kind |
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Approval to Award |
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Apply & Accept |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
Each agency will utilize identified funds for wireless equipment and services for Object Code 1494 - Mobile Telephone”
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 1/1/2024 |
End Date: 6/30/2024 |
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Cost Adjustment: |
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Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 70
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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7/1/2023 |
9/30/2023 |