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File #: 21-17    Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Consent Item Ready
File created: 12/22/2020 In control: City Council
On agenda: 2/22/2021 Final action:
Title: Approval of a contract with Sequel Data Systems Incorporated, in the amount of $147,924 for the purchase of a video archiving network.
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Presenter/Contact

Presenter

Tony Gonzalez, Director of Information Technology

Contact Info

(830) 221-4339 - tgonzalez@nbtexas.org

 

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SUBJECT:

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Approval of a contract with Sequel Data Systems Incorporated, in the amount of $147,924 for the purchase of a video archiving network.

 

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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:

The current system for video storage is 6 years old and has no additional expansion capability.  This new system will provide a more current technology solution, with much larger expansion capabilities, allowing the City to continue with storage of an increasing amount of video from in-field cameras. Evidence laws and best practices for video storage continue to create increased demands in the amount of data storage required to retain video for prosecution, case files, etc.  A newer technology will be useful in allowing a more scalable solution, in addition to possible cloud storage options in the future.

 

Sequel Data Systems Incorporated is a participant if the Department of Information Resources (DIR) cooperative contract. Therefore, utilizing the DIR cooperative agreement satisfies our procurement obligation.

 

ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:

X

Yes

City Council Priority 3

Effective Management

 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

Funding for this project has been incorporated into the recently issued 2020 Tax Note. Therefore, sufficient funds are available.

 

Recommendation

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

N/A

 

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends approval