Description
Title: Amendment to the Citywide Open Purchase Order with AT&T for FirstNet Products and Services.
Summary
The City of San Jose is considering a resolution to amend its open purchase order with AT&T for FirstNet products and services, increasing the compensation by $1 million to a total of $4.5 million. This funding is essential for maintaining and enhancing public safety communications and emergency response capabilities through the CALNET program, which allows public agencies to utilize telecommunications services. The amendment supports critical projects, such as replacing mobile data computers in the Police Department, which are vital for secure communications during emergencies. This legislation aims to ensure reliable connectivity for first responders, thus improving public safety operations citywide. The funding will be drawn from the Police Department's budget.