Resolution authorizing the sole source purchase of new, hand held, 800 MHz radios from Communications International, 10 Flagg Street, Daytona Beach, Florida 32114, in an initial amount not to exceed $223,768.23, for the purchase of 104 radios. This purchase will continue the conversion of current analog radios to the industry standard digital format established for Public Safety agency radios by the Association of Public Communications Officials (A.P.C.O.). The purchase includes the radios, all hardware, programming, and encryption necessary to immediately place them into service; and a factory authorized extension of the one year manufacturers warranty to a two year warranty. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office (VSCO) is currently under contract with The City of Daytona Beach to provide dispatch services for the Daytona Beach Police Department and Communications International is the sole source of radios that are compatible with the VSCO communication systems. Funds available in General Fund.
Recommendation: Chief of Police recommends adoption of the Resolution.