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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: DECEMBER 6, 2010 TITLE: CONTRACT AWARD FOR FLUKE NETWORKS EQUIPMENT AND MAINTENANCE (SPEC. NO. 10 -049) CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDED ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: APPROVED ❑ As Recommended ❑ As Amended ❑ Ordinance on 1" Reading ❑ Ordinance on 2 "d Reading ❑ Implementing Resolution ❑ Set Public Hearing For_ CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER Award a contract to Fluke Networks for the purchase of network monitoring equipment and maintenance in an amount not to exceed $38,000. DISCUSSION The City's computer network has over 2,200 devices connected to it. The network itself includes 220 pieces of network equipment, over 35 leased data circuits, fiber optic cables, wireless laser optical links, and miles of copper wiring. To maintain such a complex technical environment, the network services unit of the City's Information Services Division employs sophisticated and troubleshooting equipment from Fluke Networks, Inc. After eight years of service, a major component of this monitoring equipment has reached the end of its life from the manufacturer. Additionally, the support and maintenance of the vital technology gear is no longer available from the manufacturer. Acquiring replacement equipment with enhanced capabilities will enable proactive monitoring of the City's critical computer network. Such monitoring will help ensure high reliability and secure connectivity for all City computer users including those in public safety operations to maintain the City's 99.99% uptime on its computer network. Prior to the January 1, 2000 Y2K switch, the City established a standard for network infrastructure by selecting Fluke for network test equipment. Fluke has served as an industry premier provider within the frame work of cost effective pricing. In order to maintain the accurate monitoring of the system, Staff recommends the replacement equipment. 22B -1