Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Request for Proposals (RFP) for Inmate Phone Services for the Webb County Jail. [Requested by Sheriff Martin Cuellar; Revenue Account #001-2060-3727]
Issue: The Webb County Sheriff provides means of communication for the incarcerated through contracted vendors to include equipment, installation, software maintenance, collection of fees, commission payments and support services.
Solution:Solicit RFP for these services. Current contract is expiring at end of July.
Result: Continue providing phone services to Webb County inmates.
Background:
Webb County’s intent is to solicit Request for Proposal (RFP) to obtain proposals from and the services of a qualified firm with experience in providing an Inmate Phone System; i.e. local and long distance telephone service, including a recording and monitoring system and equipment for the inmates at the Webb County Jail.
Previous Court Action:
Inmate Phone Service Agreement awarded to Synergy Telecom Service Company / RFP 2013-010
Fiscal Impact
Budget Account Number:
001-2060-3727
Funding Source:
Telephone Commission
Balance:
Rev Acct
Financial Impact:
001-2060-3727 Telephone commission
Estimated Revenues between $75K - $100k