Title
Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst Services Agreement Recommendation (Ordinance S-44129)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into an agreement with TEKsystems, Inc., to provide GIS support in the Public Works Department to review existing solid waste routes that collect curbside and alley trash, recycle, and green organic material, in an amount not to exceed $240,000 over the life of the contract. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
The Public Works Department has a critical need to review and balance routes on a regular basis due to growth of housing development. With increased growth and demand, routes need to be adjusted to maintain operational standards, miles driven, and time on route to project future operational needs. The GIS staff will perform analytical work to create electronic routes for solid waste services to optimize routes using the City's routing software.
Procurement Information
The Qualified Vendor List for GIS Technology and/or Services Analysis, Design, Implementation, and/or Administration was established by the Information Technology Services Department on July 1, 2016, through an Award of Engagement. TEKsystems, Inc., is one of the awarded vendors under contract.
Contract Term
The contract term is for six months beginning Jan. 1, 2018, through June 30, 2018, with an option to extend for up to six months for a total contract period of one year.
Financial Impact
Total expenditures for this contract will not exceed $240,000 over the life of the contract. Funds are available in the Public Works Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Karen Peters and the Public Works Department.