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GRUCom Ethernet Service Agreements for Gainesville Fire Rescue (B)
This item requests that the City Commission authorize the City Manager or designee to execute agreements with GRUCom to upgrade the existing Ethernet data transport service to all Gainesville Fire Rescue stations and administrative buildings.
Explanation
Gainesville Fire Rescue currently has an agreement with GRUCom for Ethernet service which expires January 26, 2022 which included nine (9) sites for $175 monthly for a total annual cost of $18,900. Essential upgrades are needed prior to the expiration of the current agreement and include a total of ten (10) sites at an initial cost of $300 per site per month for a total of $36,000 for FY22. The agreement is for a 60-month term with a 3% annual escalator. The total expense for the duration of the agreements is estimated to be $191,128.89. Payments are processed through monthly billing from GRUCom.
Strategic Connection
This item is connected to Goal 5 “Best in Class” Neighbor Services in the City’s Strategic Plan having Value to Neighbors through “protecting the community’s future through investment in City infrastructure and facilities.”
Fiscal Note
The total cost for the agreements over 60 months is estimated to be $191,128.89. The cost difference for FY22 and FY23 is $37,080 from the current amount in the GFR budget. A funding increment was not included in the FY22-23 budget to cover the difference. GFR will fund the increased amount in its FY22-23 biennial budget plan.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreements with GRUCom subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.