Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a formal Request for Proposal for the purchase and installation of a comprehensive Jail intercom communication system for the Webb County Jail to include system design, equipment specifications, installation, testing, training and support of a fully operational intercom system that will meet all Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) requirements and be compatible with correctional grade operational environments pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.030 (Alternative Competitive Proposal Procedure for Certain Goods and Services) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-4070-001-470000 (General Fund-Sheriff Jail-Administration-Capital Outlay)]

Issue: The Webb County Jail capital outlay account has funding to replace the existing jail intercom system that is over 25 years old and is no longer compatible or recommended for upgrades.    

Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a formal request for proposal for the requested equipment/services needed by the Webb County Jail in order to comply with TCJS.

Result: If approved, a public solicitation for the requested project will be advertised to invite interested parties to submit sealed proposals for the Webb County Commissioners Court's consideration for award.

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