HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 08 - ComputersMEMOTO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: APRIL 2, 2019
SUBJECT: APPROVAL FOR THE AWARD OF AN INFORMAL REQUEST FOR
QUOTE FOR 42 COMPUTERS
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the award of an informal request for
quote for 42 computers from Able Electronics for the IT Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds for this purchase are currently available in 325-42210-101-002
(Computer Equipment and Supplies) for an amount not to exceed $41,370.
BACKGROUND: This purchase is for 42 desktop computers that are part of the virtual
desktop infrastructure and used in multiple departments citywide. The
replacement computers are compatible with the new Windows 10
operating system and include Intel i7 processors, 8g RAM, 500g SSD hard
drives, and high-speed USB ports, required to support citywide
applications and systems.
Informal quotes were taken in accordance with the City Purchasing Policy.
Formal bids and advertisements are not required for purchases under
$50,000. Three quotes were submitted as noted below. Able Electronics
submitted the lowest quote meeting specifications.
Able Electronics $41,370.
BookPC.COM $43,848.
Shuttle Computer Group $58,548.
Staff recommends approval
DS/LW