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Meeting Date:	07/11/2016
GPS tracking system for Police Units
Submitted for:	Joe Lopez	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Purchasing

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to approve an annual GPS hardware and monitoring system agreement between Novastar Communications and Webb County for an amount not to exceed $7,320.00 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Constable Harold Devally, Pct. 4; Account #181-2502-6224 (Federal forfeiture fund)]

Issue: Constable Devally is implementing a GPS tracking system for his police fleet to track location, speed, and other features to improve accountability and enhance safety for both staff and the community in general.

Solution: Purchase GPS equipment, installation and monthly service fees using federal forfeiture funds.

Result: Improve accountability and safety for patrol operation.

Background:

Installation of GPS system on patrol units. Tracking system for accountability and safety purposes.

Previous Court Action:

None

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	181-2502-6224
Funding Source:	federal forfeiture
Balance:	$8,000.00
Financial Impact:
Federal forfeiture fund 181-2502-6224 $7,320.00 *Four (4) informal bids were secured. Novastar was the second lowest bidder who was able to meet all the requirements. Lowest bidder was non-responsive. No impact to G/F.

Attachments
GPS quotes