Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of two (2) VECTOR ALPR Rapid Deployment Trailers with a 20' mast and a Bosch PTZ Surveillance Camera to include 24V lithium batteries, delivery, installation, testing, TraffiData Software license and cloud services per camera for an amount not to exceed $249,800.00 from Jenoptik-Smart Mobility Solutions for the Webb County Sheriff's Office pursuant to the Local Government Code; 262.024 (7) (A) items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or monopolies and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2748-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay – Operation Lone Star)]
Issue: The Sheriff's Office, with the support of Commissioners Court, continues to utilize Operation Lone Star funds for border security operations. The proposed purchase will enhance existing efforts in the collaboration between Webb County and the State of Texas Governor's office along with other participating border communities in protecting our Texas borders.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the purchase using Operation Loan Star Grant Funds awarded by the Texas Governor's Office and approved by the Webb County Commissioners Court.
Result: If approved, the original border security equipment can be redeployed along with the new equipment to the areas needed to enhance border security operations.