Discussion and possible action to authorize the Webb County Purchasing Agent to secure formal competitive bids/proposals for the replacement and installation of a new automated jail door control system for the Webb County Juvenile Detention Facility for an amount not to exceed $97,000.00 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-2450-001-470000 (General Fund-Juvenile Probation-Administration-Capital Outlay)]
 
Issue: The current automated door control system is outdated and needs to be replaced.  The department has experienced multiple setbacks with the current system and is requesting a replacement with a more modern automated system with the capacity to monitor and control jail doors and locks from the central control room, monitor who has accessed the doors, intercom capabilities and video surveillance.      
 
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to proceed in securing competitive bids and/or competitive cooperative pricing from vendors who specialize in automated jail door control systems.  The department has an allocation of $97,000.00 under capital outlay adopted during the FY 2025 Budget process.  
 
Result: If approved, the procurement process will be initiated by the Purchasing Agent as authorized by the Webb County Commissioners Court.

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