Title
Resolution to Approve a Purchase Order to Amerinet of Michigan, Inc. for the Purchase of Networking Equipment, Software, and Related Services to Replace Legacy Justice Center Building Network Equipment and Upgrade the Justice Center Building Network to a Fabric Connected Network ($132,850.18) (GSA Schedule IT 70 - GS-35F-0511T)
Memorandum
Attached for your review and action is a resolution authorizing the creation of a purchase order to AmeriNet of Michigan, Inc. in the amount of $132,850.18 to purchase the required networking equipment, software, and related services to replace legacy Justice Center Building equipment and upgrade the Justice Center Building network to a Fabric connected network.
AmeriNet of Michigan, Inc. continues to be the best source for provision of Extreme Networks hardware, maintenance, and software support to the City. AmeriNet of Michigan, Inc. provides discounted pricing by Extreme Networks directly via GSA Schedule IT 70 - GS-35F-0511T.
Information Technology will replace the Justice Center network equipment that has been in service for over 10 years and is at the end of its useful life. Information Technology normally replaces network equipment on a 5 to 7 year renewal schedule.
In addition to remediating legacy network equipment, technology built into the new network hardware will provide enhanced security against unwanted attacks, be easier to manage and administer, will provide redundancy, and facilitate for future network bandwidth needs.
Budget/Fiscal Impact: Information Technology has included and budgeted for the cost of the purchase in FY 2023.
Staff
Prepared by: David Harris, Network Manager
Reviewed by: Tom Shewchuk, ITSU Director
Reviewed by: Marti Praschan, CFO
Approved by: Milton Dohoney Jr., City Administrator
Body
Whereas, AmeriNet of Michigan, Inc. extends discounted pricing to the City of Ann Arbor through GSA Schedule IT 70 - GS-35F-0511T and currently holds the City’s 3yr support and maintenance agreement of Extreme Networks switches and software;
Whereas, AmeriNet of Michigan, Inc was named a Platinum Partner by Extreme Networks and designated a Best Source;
Whereas, Funding for the Justice Center Fabric Network upgrade is budgeted for and available in the approved FY 2023 Information Technology Fund budget; and
Whereas, Amerinet of Michigan, Inc. complies with the requirements of the City’s Non-Discrimination and Living Wage ordinances;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve a purchase order with Amerinet of Michigan, Inc. for the purchase of the required networking equipment, software, and related services to upgrade the Justice Center network to a Fabric connected network in the amount of $132,850.18 to be expended without regard to fiscal year; and
RESOLVED, That the City Administrator be authorized to take all necessary actions to implement this resolution regardless of fiscal year.