Label
2021 Fire Inspection Software
Fire Department
Verdell Franklin (x3515)
Revised
Title
Authorizing the Mayor to enter into a five-year software license agreement with Streamline Automation Systems for fire inspection software; authorizing the expenditure not to exceed $65,380 from the General Fund over the life of the agreement; waiving competitive bidding under TMC Chapter 187; and declaring an emergency.
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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
In an effort to improve efficiency within TFRD's Fire Prevention Bureau the department seeks to enter into a five-year contract with Streamline Automation Systems. Streamline Automation Systems has created software that is easy to use, easy to manage, requires no server installation, provides for automatic database backup, and is technically supported. This software provides the ability for the fire inspector to sync and work offline, add fire inspections or occupancies in the field, offers a custom checklist with an option for billing invoices and receiving payment within the program. The fire inspector has access to data anywhere and the ability to email notices and schedule inspections all while remaining in the field. The software provides the ability to: customize forms and notices; manage inspection groups; schedule inspections; issue permits and violations; quickly and accurately compose administrative analytic reports. Additionally, the software provides unique tools needed to help the TFRD meet its ISO and accreditation requirements through community risk reduction and property risk assessment. The software will also increase community safety through a built in smoke alarm program in line with American Red Cross, home fire safety inspections, and community education. The annual costs over the term of the agreement are as follows:
Year 1 - $16,996
Years 2 through 5 - $12,096 annually
The fiscal impact of this ordinance is as follows:
- The amount of funds requested: $16,996.00
- The expenditure budget line item: ...
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