To: Board of Supervisors
From: Alison McKee, County Librarian
Report Title: Purchase Order with General Datatech L.P. for Cisco Duo Subscription through September 30, 2027
Recommendation: Recommendation of the County Administrator
RECOMMENDATIONS:
RATIFY the Purchasing Agent’s execution, on behalf of the County Librarian, of a purchase order with General Datatech L.P., subject to the terms of Cisco’s General Terms, in an amount not to exceed $1,217 for the renewal of the Cisco Duo subscription for the period October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% Library Fund
BACKGROUND:
The Library will utilize Cisco Duo for multi-factor authentication of staff with elevated permissions. This provides an additional layer of security to prevent cyber-attacks.
The terms and conditions include limitation of liability and indemnification language which was reviewed by County Counsel.
This Purchase Order is entered into under and subject to the following legal authority, California Government Code § 31000.
The request for ratification is being brought forward caused by the quote for services being obtained later than anticipated, necessitating Board approval at this time.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the Purchase Order is not approved, Contra Costa County Library will not have multi-factor authentication for staff with elevated permissions allowing for easier access to systems by cyber criminals.