
SUBJECT
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Consideration to authorize the purchase of Microsoft Windows Data Center Server licenses, Microsoft Sequel Server Standard licenses and Microsoft Sequel Server Enterprise licenses for the Laredo Bridge System in the amount of $594,155.67 from SHI Government Solutions, Somerset, New Jersey through the State of Texas DIR Contract #DIR-CPO-5237. Funding is available in the Laredo Bridge System Construction Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
The Microsoft licenses for Windows Data Center and Sequel standard and Enterprise Server are necessary to install the Operating systems, Database Management Software and be able to complete the Laredo Bridge System Toll Collection System roadside hardware refresh project. These licenses will have software assurance on the existing City of Laredo Microsoft enterprise agreement that will allow the Laredo Bridge System Toll Collection System roadside hardware to stay up to date by accessing the latest versions of the Microsoft software.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Requesting this purchase be approved in order to continue to provide a service to the Laredo Bridge System customers.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2024
Budgeted Y/N?: Yes
Source of Funds: Laredo Bridge System Construction Fund
Account #: 553-4050-582-0700
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: No
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding is available in account #553-4050-582-0700 Materials & Supplies Computer hardware/software.