Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to purchase a T1 connection from AT&T, and a router and switch from Insight Public Sector, in an amount not to exceed $8,500 pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program (Insight Public Sector #DIR-TSO-2542) (AT&T #DIR-SDD-2258) for the Economic Development Department. [Requested by Rafael Pena, IT Director; Account #603-0101-8801 (Capital Outlay Fund)]
Issue: The newly leased building for the Economic Development Department does not currently have connectivity to Webb County. The Economic Development Department will not have access to Phone Service, Internet, or the Webb County Network.
Solution: Purchase a router, a switch, and monthly service for a T-1 circuit.
Result: connectivity to phones, internet, and data