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Meeting Date:	03/28/2022
RZ Communications for Tower Sites
Submitted for:	Joe Lopez	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Purchasing

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the frequency licensing services from RZ Communication for the five (5) tower sites, 6-channel P25 simulcast trunking system to gain permanent authorization by obtaining FCC Licenses for each tower site plus a UPS racking system for 911 Dispatch and to further approve by order a discretionary exemption in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.024 (a.)(4) professional services in an amount not to exceed $34,600.00 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 – Professional Services]

Issue: Under the current System Purchase Agreement between Webb County and Motorola, these frequency licensing services are the responsibility of Webb County.

Solution: Proceed with recommended vendor to initiate administration of securing the FCC licensing for each site. For a total of 60 licenses that need to be obtained from the FCC. Pursuant to Systems Purchase Agreement approved by Commissioners Court on October 26, 2020.

Result: Professional services will be authorized contingent upon Commissioners Court approval.

Background:

Previous Court Action:

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	1001-1130-001-432001
Funding Source:	Professional Service
Balance:	$122,009.35
Financial Impact:
Account No.: 1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Services) Available Balance: $122,009.35

Attachments
RZ Communications-Webb Co. License Quote
Webb Co. Coordination Fees Proposal
Webb SO backup for dispatch radio rack final 3.19.22