To: Board of Supervisors
From: David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Report Title: Radio IP Software Inc.
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute, on behalf of the Office of the Sheriff, a purchase order with Radio IP Software Inc. to provide private, encrypted connections between mobile data computers and access to software systems to the Office of the Sheriff, in an amount not to exceed $29,000, for the period August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this request will result in up to $29,000 in contractual expenditures over a 1-year period and will be funded 100% from the General Fund.
BACKGROUND:
Radio IP Software specializes in delivering innovative Mobile Virtual Private Networks (also known as Mobile VPN or MVPN) and mobile security solutions to small and large enterprises, as well as military, public safety, utilities, transportation, and government agencies with mission-critical or business-critical communication requirements. Our solutions provide mobile workforces with secure, real-time access to a wide range of applications and networks. Radio IP Software supports all IP and non-IP networks and delivers seamless connectivity and robust security.
Radio IP is a critical part of the Sheriff’s Office (SO) operations. The SO uses radio IP to allow private, encrypted connections between the mobile data computers (MDC) in the patrol vehicles and the SO network. It allows access to software systems and data, such as Automated Report Writing System (ARS) and CAD, which are essential to the job function of the deputies. The service and support allow for assistance with technical issues, should they arise, and minimizes any downtime we may experience if they do.
This contract includes a limitation of liability provision.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the Board does not approve, the existing support will expire, leaving the SO without technical support for the Radio IP software, creating a potential public-safety hazard in the event of an issue that prevents deputies from access to the SO network.