FROM: Robert Thompson, General Manager
Originator: Mike Dorman, Acting Director of Engineering
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AUDIOVISUAL NETWORK EQUIPMENT PURCHASE FOR HEADQUARTERS COMPLEX AT PLANT NO. 1, PROJECT NO. P1-128A
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION: Recommend to the Board of Directors to:
A. Approve a Purchase Order Contract to SHI International Corp (SHI) for the purchase of audiovisual network equipment for the Headquarters Complex at Plant No. 1, Project No. P1-128A, utilizing the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint Data Communications Cooperative Agreement Contract No. AR3227 for a total amount not to exceed $205,447, plus freight and sales tax; and
B. Approve a contingency of $20,545 (10%).
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BACKGROUND
Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) is constructing a new Headquarters Complex under Project No. P1-128A. The new headquarters building will require audiovisual equipment which was intentionally not included in the primary construction contract and was planned as a separate, coordinated procurement. This will ensure the most current and up-to-date equipment is procured at the time of installation. This purchase includes displays, speakers, and camera systems in the conference rooms and Board Room; and network switches and associated equipment to support the audiovisual network throughout the building. The P1-128A design consultant, HDR Engineering, has assisted in the audiovisual network design to ensure the package is coordinated with the primary construction contract.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
* Participate in local, state, and national cooperative purchasing programs
* Ensure the public's money is wisely spent
* Provide a safe and collegial workspace
* Maintain positive employer-employee relations
PROBLEM
The new headquarters building requires an audiovisual network to be functional. Staff will not be able to use audiovisual features in the new build...
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