SUBJECT
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Consideration to ratify a purchase contract with Ramco Rugged Portables, Austin, Texas for a cumulative amount of $62,749.12 and to further authorize future related expenditures for an additional amount not to exceed $80,000.00 for the purchase of GETAC laptops. This contract shall utilize the OMNIA Contract NCPA 01-170. This contract shall remain in effect through the end of the current fiscal year, concluding on 9/30/25. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund and Police Trust Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
Staff is requesting authorization to purchase GETAC laptops for the Laredo Police Department. These laptops provide sworn personnel with emergency call information and are capable of dispatching officers to law enforcement incidents. It also allows the officers to create incident, accident, field contact, and citation reports while out on the field.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
It is recommended that this contract be approved.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Special Police Fund/Trust Fund
Account #: Several Accounts
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in the Special Police Fund and Trust Fund accounts.