Discussion and possible action on any and all matters regarding approval of final proposal from Synovia Solutions for the purchase of a Global Positioning System (GPS) software and hardware for Public Works Fleet. (Manuel Rojas, Assistant Public Works Director)

Staff contacted three (3) companies offering GPS solution for the Public Works fleet.  After research, staff recommends Synovia Solutions for our GPS tracking needs in the amount of $4,224.00.  For this dollar amount, the purchasing agent may order the item without further formality under San Luis City Code-Purchasing Section 36.01(B). The intent of the GPS system is to assist Public Works and to optimize the Solid Waste collection and street sweeper routes.  As the City grows, GPS tracking and monitoring can become a powerful tool to assist and analyze current and new Solid Waste routes.  The incorporation of GPS software will help improve our customer service to our community, and savings in fleet maintenance and fuel consumption costs.  

Staff recommends the approval of Synovia Solutions, GPS system on Solid Waste trucks, Street Sweepers, Inmate Crew Unit, On-Call vehicles and other spare vehicles as a one-year trial.