Fiscal Note
The proposed resolution authorizes a noncompetitive selection contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. (Motorola) to purchase portable radios, mobile radios, and associated accessories, software and warranty services for the Madison Police Department (MPD) in the amount of $5,000,000 in 2027. Finance Committee Amendment #5 amended the 2027 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to move all funding into 2027 instead of funding $1.25 million annually from 2027 to 2030. Funding the purchase of the radios in 2027 allows for the City to own the radios outright instead of leasing the radios, which provides the City with more favorable agreement terms. Additionally, Motorola has agreed to provide the City with mobile squad radios at no cost if the contract is completed in 2027. The mobile squad radios are valued at $410,000 and would be a cost savings from a future budget. The noncompetitive selection contract is contingent upon adoption of the Amended Capital Budget on November 10, 2026. At this time, no additional appropriation is required.
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Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a noncompetitive contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. to purchase APX NEXT series portable radios and APX 8500 mobile radios, and associated accessories, software, and warranty services for the Madison Police Department
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WHEREAS, Motorola portable radios have been the foundation of the Madison Police Department’s mission-critical public safety communications for decades, and the Department’s current APX6000 portable radios have exceeded their service life, are out of warranty, and are no longer supported by Motorola as of 2023; and
WHEREAS, reliable portable radios are essential to MPD’s mission-critical public safety communications, including officer safety, emergency response, interoperability with regional partners, and compliance with statewide system standards; and the APX NEXT platform provides modern encryption, enhanced audio performance, improved durability, ...
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