Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on exempting ReadyOp Communications, Inc. from the competitive bidding requirements established by Section 262.024.(a)(7) of the Texas Local Government Code Discretionary Exemptions as the sole provider of the ReadyOP Communications Platform.

Approval of this sole source will support the operations of the Williamson County Sheriff's Department.  ReadyOP provides multiple communication capabilities and options in one secure web-based application.  It is designed to support daily operations by allowing quick communication by personnel via cell phone, push-to-talk, secure voice, video, text message, email and multiple radio systems through one secure web based application.  The incorporation of radio communication in the platform is what makes ReadyOP unique.  The ReadyOp Communications platform includes a dashboard subscription, user credentials, training, support and upgrades.  An RFI was posted in Negometrix for 14 days with zero responses received from another competitor.  IT has approved this application.   The term of this sole source exemption will be effective for 36 months from the date of approval. This expenditure will be charged to 01.0100.0560.05008.  Department contact is Chief Tim Ryle.