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MOTION TO AWARD TS-19-03 “SOPHOS ANTIVIRUS RENEWAL FOR 2019-2020” TO THE MOST RESPONSIVE/RESPONSIBLE BIDDER, INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $48,568.33.
Summary Explanation and Background
SUMMARY EXPLANATION AND BACKGROUND:
1. On September 18, 2019, the City Commission authorized the advertisement of TS-19-03 “Sophos Antivirus Renewal For 2019-2020”, which was advertised on September 24, 2019.
2. The purpose of this solicitation was to secure a contractor to provide the requested Sophos Licenses for the City.
3. On October 15, 2019, the City opened two (2) proposals from the following vendors:
Vendor Name Total Cost
Insight Public Sector, Inc. $ 48,568.33
Staples Contract & Commercial LLC $ 63,692.00
4. The Technology Services Department has reviewed the proposals and has deemed Insight Public Sector, Inc. to be the most responsive/responsible proposer.
5. In addition, Insight Public Sector, Inc. has also completed the Equal Benefits Certification Form and has stated that the "Contractor currently complies with the requirements of this section."
6. Request Commission to award TS-19-03 “Sophos Antivirus Renewal For 2019-2020” to the most responsive/responsible bidder, Insight Public Sector, Inc. in the amount of $48,568.33.
Financial Impact
FINANCIAL IMPACT DETAIL:
a) Initial Cost: $48,568.33
b) Amount budgeted for this item in Account No: Funds are currently budgeted for this project in account # 1-513-2002-46801 (I.T. Maintenance Contracts)
c) Source of funding for difference, if not fully budgeted: Not applicable.
d) 5 year projection of the operational cost of the project: Not applicable.
e) Detail of additional staff requirements: Not applicable.