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JUSTIFICATION:
A Resolution of the Miami City Commission, by a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an
advertised public hearing, ratifying, approving and confirming the City Manager's finding a sole
source; waiving the requirements for competitive sealed bidding procedures and approving the
purchase of Crystal Reports XI R2 Windows CPU License and maintenance support from
Business Objects Americas, for the Department of Police.
HOW IS THIS ITEM GOING TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF SERVICE TO THE
CUSTOMER / CITIZENS?
These Crystal Reports are for the purpose of allowing officers, investigators and commanders to
view and print reports generated via the Field Based Reporting System without having to use the
Mobile Digital Computers or Law Records Management System.
IS THIS A REPLACEMENT ITEM? YES I I 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?)
Business Objects Americas is the sole source manufacturer of Business Objects Enterprise,
Crystal Enterprise and Crystal Reports and the only company providing maintenance and
sunnort for these products.
IS THIS A LOCAL VENDOR? YES n NO ® (If no, explain?)
N/A
IS THIS THE LOWEST BID? YES ❑ NO ® (If no, explain?)
N/A
FUNDING SOURCE: General Funds TOTAL EXPENDITURE: $33,600
COMMENTS:
Commission Hearing Date: 2/28/08 Item#: PH. 1
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POLICE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FACT SHEET
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.
John F. Timoney
Chief of Police
305-579-6565
Commission Hearing Date: February 28, 2008