SUBJECT
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Approve Utilities request to purchase Motorola radios and related essential services under Agreement #15-09 with Motorola Solutions for Utilities emergency operations communications ($269,754.56 one-time expense)
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DESCRIPTION
The Board entered into Agreement #15-09 with Motorola on November 5, 2019. The agreement provided for the purchase of various Motorola equipment and services using discounted pricing and hourly rates. On July 11, 2023, the Board ratified the process for purchases made off Agreement #15-09 that requires Board approval for any purchases over $250,000.00.
The Utilities Division has identified the need to improve communications during emergencies such as hurricanes and other real-time events. During Hurricane Milton in 2024, Utilities lost the ability to communicate with cell phones and had to rely on existing radios for not only field staff, but also Contractors conducting emergency work to restore service. These additional radios will ensure that all staff and authorized Contractors in the field are equipped with radios during storm events, increasing Utilities’ reliability and level of service.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board approve Utilities request to purchase Motorola radios and related essential services under Agreement #15-09 with Motorola Solutions for Utilities emergency operations communications in the amount of $269,754.56 one-time expense.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are available in the Utilities Operating budget.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Holden Wright, P.E.
Utilities Division
Utilities Projects Manager
(863) 298-4167