HomeMy WebLinkAboutG. DELL - COMPUTER HARDWARE/SOFTWARE FOR GIS SYSTEMCity of Port Arthur, Texas
Mayor and City Council Communication
DATE: REFERENCE NO. SUBJECT: Page:
Authorize Purchase of Computer Hardware and
12 Oct 09 625-1801- Software from Dell Through D.I.R. in the 1 of 1
531.92-02 Amount of $23,281.79
RECOMMENDATION:
We recommend that the City Council authorize the purchase of computer hardware and
software from Dell through the Texas Department of Information Resources (D.I.R.) to
support the GIS system for the amount of $23,281.79.
BACKGROUND:
In Resolution 09-398, the Council approved the purchase of Graphical Information System
(GIS) software from ESRI. This software is in support of the Neighborhood Stabilization
Program and other City information retrieval functions.
This software requires the purchase of two servers, the software to operate the servers, and
a new computer workstation for system operator.
Dell has submitted quotes for these items through the D.I.R. in the following amounts:
PowerEdge R610 Server $ 4,955.75
PowerEdge R710 Server $ 7,851.44
SQL and Windows Server Software $ 4,554.18
Precision T5500 Workstation $ 5,920.42
Total $ 23,281.79
BUDGETARY/FISCAL EFFECT:
Funds are budgeted in account 625-1801-531.92-02.
EMPLOYEE/STAFF EFFECT:
Obtaining this equipment will greatly enhance our ability to retreive and cross-reference data
and provide timely information.
SUMMARY:
We recommend that the City Council authorize the purchase of computer hardware and
software from Dell through the Texas Department of Information Resources to support the
GIS system for the amount of $23,281.79.
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Ross E. Blackketter, P.E. Deborah Echols, A
Dire for of Public Works Director of Finance
Shawna Tubs Fay ng
Purchasing Manager Information Technology Manager
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