RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Purchasing Agent or designee to execute, on behalf of the Chief Information Officer, a purchase order with CDW-G in an amount not to exceed $224,750 for computer anti-virus software licensing and support for the period September 27, 2015 through September 26, 2018.
FISCAL IMPACT:
$224,750 (100% User Fees); the entire cost is charged to the receiving departments through DoIT's billing process.
BACKGROUND:
The Department of Information Technology (DoIT) has standardized anti-virus software protection for county-wide computer systems. DCW-G offers discounted pricing under National IPA Technology Solutions contract number 130733. Sophos Complete Security Suite subscription is installed on servers, desktop computers, and laptops throughout the County to help ensure continuity in support and protection. In accordance with Administrative Bulletin No 611.0, County Departments are required to obtain Board approval for single item purchases over $100,000. The County's Administrator's Office has reviewed this request and recommends approval.
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