Submitted By: Shantel Bynes
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Presentation By: Kenneth Jamerson
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Department: Ocala Fiber Network
FORMAL TITLE:
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A one-year renewal for underground and aerial fiber optic cable installation services from Service and Technology Network Solutions, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,300,000
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Economic Hub, Fiscally Sustainable
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
Bid Released to the Public: 09/28/22
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BACKGROUND:
On December 6, 2022, the City Council approved the award of Contract No. OFN/220786 to Service and Technology Network Solutions for underground and aerial fiber optic cable installation services on an as-needed basis in the amount of $3,000,000. The agreement was established with an initial two-year term and included two one-year renewal options. On February 18, 2025, City Council approved the first one-year renewal of this Agreement for an amount not to exceed $2,300,000. Ocala Fiber Network now seeks to exercise the second and final one-year renewal option under the terms of the existing agreement.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
Ocala Fiber Network continues to expand and modernize its infrastructure by installing new fiber optic cables and replacing aging, end-of-life lines. These efforts are essential to support the growing demand from both residential and commercial customers, while also enhancing network reliability and redundancy. Due to this growth, Ocala Fiber Network's projected expenditures under the current contract renewal term are estimated not to exceed $1,300,000. Staff recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The expenditure associated with Service and Technology Network Solutions, Inc. will be paid from account #490-031-292-539-64-63020 - Improvements O/T Buildings.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These services were procured in compliance with the City's procurement policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Amendment will be reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
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