From
Fred Bates, Jr.
Title
Price agreement with GTS Technology Solutions, a State approved Department of Information Resources (DIR) vendor, for the installation of 40 fixed position surveillance cameras in the amount of $79,582.79
Presenter
Steve Dye, Chief of Police / Deputy City Manager, and Ronnie Morris, Assistant Chief of Police
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
The Grand Prairie Police Department along with other City departments utilized mounted camera systems for many years for a multiple purposes in the interest of the citizens and visitors of the City. The Police Department previously purchased 40 fixed position surveillance camera systems as a method of surveillance, crime deterrence and conducting criminal investigations. This system incorporates a high-resolution camera that has the ability to monitor and record public areas. The use of these cameras as integrated into the Real Time Crime Center will significantly enhance the Police Department's ability to continue providing a safe environment and a high quality of life for its citizens and visitors.
The Police Department has now utilized crime data and crime reduction strategies to determine the locations where the cameras will be installed. Because the cost of installation was determined by the location, the department is now able to calculate to the cost to install each camera.
Chapter 271.102 of the Local Government Code authorizes local governments to participate in a cooperative purchasing program with another local government or local cooperative organization. In lieu of competitive bidding, items and services may be purchased through such agreements as the agreements have already been bid by the sponsoring entity or agency. The City of Grand Prairie has master Inter-Local Cooperative Agreements with various entities including the DIR. This contract is under DIR contract DIR-TSO-3652.
Financial Consideration
Funds are available in the FY 2019 Crime Tax Fund 286110-6802...
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