To: Board of Supervisors
From: Marc Shorr, Information Technology Director
Report Title: Purchase Order with AT&T under the Fast Open Contracts Utilization Services (FOCUS) Program
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent, on behalf of the Chief Information Officer, to execute a purchase order with AT&T Enterprises, LLC for the County's use of the Fast Open Contracts Utilization Services (FOCUS) Program, established by Merced County, as a cooperative procurement vehicle for the acquisition of AT&T technology goods and services, in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 for the period of September 15th, 2025, through July 12, 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The cost of this product is included in the Department's FY 25-26 budget. 100% User Departments.
BACKGROUND:
The FOCUS (Fast Open Contracts Utilization Services) contract with AT&T will serve as a streamlined and flexible procurement option, enabling the Department of Information Technology to efficiently obtain critical networking equipment, cabling, and related infrastructure. Planned uses of this AT&T contract include support for several key County initiatives, such as the implementation of Webex Calling, core Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure upgrades, renewal of server hardware for the Sheriff's Office, and deployment of backup power systems at County radio communications sites. The contract may also be utilized for general network maintenance and emergency replacement of infrastructure components to maintain reliable and secure County operations. Leveraging this contract allows the County to respond quickly to evolving technology requirements while maintaining operational continuity.
The FOCUS Program, established by Merced County through a competitive public solicitation (RFP No. 7370), provides a pre-qualified, legally compliant cooperative contracting vehicle for California local governments and other eligibl...
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