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JUSTIFICATION:
The police department will be purchasing a dual band high-powered 301 i�fa
2100 N HZ converter and an amberjack wideband direction finder to upgrade the Stinay 4-dH
and KingFish 1 -CH cellular tracking surveillance equipment (includi=ine0oWm
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maintenance). The upgrade is necessary given the continuous changeWI' . FL
amplifier will allow an increase in wattage that will greatly heighten the ability of tracking
phones from an increased distance. The converter gives high performance that operates in the
2100 MHz band, a new cellular phone technology. The amberjack wideband will give added use
with the current iDEN software to pinpoint push -to -talk cellular phones more effectively.
HOW IS THIS ITEM GOING TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF SERVICE TO THE
CUSTOMER / CITIZENS?
This cellular surveillance equipment is an invaluable tool that will greatly enhance the Criminal
Investigations Division's capabilities that will enable the investigators to carry out their duties
and responsibilities in a more effective and efficient manner.
IS THIS A REPLACEMENT ITEM? YES ❑ NO ® (If yes, why?)
IS THIS AN EMERGENCY ITEM? YES ❑ NO ® (If yes, why?)
IS THIS PURCHASE USING A SOLE SOURCE VENDOR? YES ® NO ❑ (If yes, why?)
IS THIS A LOCAL VENDOR? YES ❑ NO ® (If no, explain?)
IS THIS THE LOWEST BID? YES ❑ NO ® (If no, explain?)
N/A
FUNDING SOURCE: LETF
COMMENTS:
Commission Hearing Date:
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TOTAL EXPENDITURE: $51,500
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POLICE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FACT SHEET
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This is a brief summary of agenda items that pertain to the Miami Police
Department. We are providing answers to the most commonly asked questions.
The goal of this summary is to provide the Commission with detailed information to
enhance your review and approval process.
Should you have any additional questions, or require additional information
regarding this item, please contact my office and I will have a Police Department
representative provide you with needed information.
Note: On certain items we may be able to provide a static display for your review
upon your request.
Commission Hearing Date: January 15, 2009