Submitted By: Christopher Ramos
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Presentation By: Christopher Ramos
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Department: Information Technology
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FORMAL TITLE:
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Purchase of citywide information technology equipment in the estimated amount of $645,800
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
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PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
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BACKGROUND:
As presented in the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Information Technology (IT) Capital Improvement Plan budget, the IT Department requests approval to proceed with the purchases outlined in the attached equipment list.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
These purchases will enhance the overall efficiency, reliability, and security of the IT infrastructure, supporting departmental staff in delivering services and completing daily operations effectively, whether in the office, remotely, or in the field, citywide.
The request to purchase laptops, desktops, tablets, monitors, and miscellaneous equipment will replace aging devices that no longer meet current technology standards. Replacing them will provide staff with reliable, up-to-date equipment for use in the office and remotely. Proactively replacing aging equipment will improve reliability and security, enabling us to continue improving operational excellence.
As a political subdivision of the state of Florida, the City of Ocala qualifies as an eligible user of Florida Department of Management Services Alternate Contract Source Agreement 43210000-23-NASPO-ACS for Computer Equipment, Peripherals (Contract Term Expiration: July 30, 2027). Cooperative purchasing programs comprise member cities, counties, and other public agencies nationwide that aggregate their members’ purchasing power to achieve greater volume discounts. The underlying solicitation has been evaluated and determined by the City’s Procurement Department to be cost-effective and to afford best value.
Staff recommends approval to use the State of Florida ACS Agreement 43210000-23-NASPO-ACS to purchase the equipment iden...
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