CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
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Petitioner: |
Jessica Colvin, Chief Financial Officer Bob Leek, Chief Information Officer |
Recommendation:
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Approve and ratify the Contract with HR&A Advisors, Inc., for CBE No. 607342-24, for Services for Broadband and Digital Equity Programs, contingent upon submission of the required insurance; and authorize the Chief Financial Officer or her designee to sign the Contract. (For possible action)
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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Fund #: |
2980.700 |
Fund Name: |
CC Recovery Funds |
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Fund Center: |
9990110076 |
Funded PGM/Grant: |
N/A |
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Amount: |
$1,955,000 |
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Description: |
Services for Broadband and Digital Equity Programs |
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Additional Comments: |
The total Contract award is estimated in the amount of $1,955,000 should all renewal options be exercised. |
BACKGROUND:
This Contract is for professional services to assist with Broadband and Digital Equity Programs with HR&A Advisors, Inc. (LBE).
A Fiscal Directive No. 6, Competitive Bidding Exception, was approved because the continuous support from the same consulting firm that assisted with the development of County's Broadband Action Plan is crucial to ensure consistency and success of the program and its initiatives.
The following are the pertinent provisions of the Contract:
• The term of the Contract is from April 18, 2024 to April 17, 2025, and includes the option to renew for 4, one-year periods.
• Includes the County’s option to terminate for cause, convenience or default and suspend the Contract with advanced written notice.
The recommendation of award is in accordance with NRS 332.115.1(b), the competitive bidding process is not required as the services to be performed are professional in nature.
HR&A Advisors, Inc. currently holds a Clark County Vendor Registration.