Title
Approving the acquisition of laptops, monitors and docking stations from GTS Technology Solutions Inc. via the Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative in the amount of $181,875.01 to improve teleworking capabilities and effectiveness of city employees and to enable compliance with COVID-19 public health precautions.
Summary
Approving the purchase of laptops, monitors and docking stations in the amount of $181,875.01 to improve teleworking capabilities and effectiveness of city employees and to enable compliance with COVID-19 public health precautions. Three levels of laptops are included in this purchase order depending on the capabilities needed by each position.
This expenditure will be submitted to Travis County for reimbursement under the CARES Act, and will be accounted for as part of the $500,000 allocation of CARES Act funding approved by Council during the July 14, 2020 Council meeting.
Prior City Council Action
During the Council meeting held on July 14, 2020, Council approved the general allocation of CARES Act funding to be received through ILA with Travis County which included $500,000 for telework capability improvement.
Deadline for City Council Action
July 28, 2020
Funding Expected: Revenue __ Expenditure _X_ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes __ No _X_ N/A __
Amount: $181,875.01
1295 Form Required? Yes _X_ No __
Legal Review Required: N/A _X_ Required __ Date Completed: ___________
Supporting documents attached:
Purchase Order
Quote Dell 3510
Quote Dell 5511
Quote Dell 7550
Quote Docks
Recommended Action
Approve the acquisition of laptops, monitors and docking stations from GTS Technology Solutions Inc. via the Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative in the amount of $181,875.01 to improve teleworking capabilities and effectiveness of city employees and to enable compliance with COVID-19 public health precautions.