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ITEM: AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL MICROSOFT LICENSES FROM SOFTWARE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL INC. (SHI).
REQUEST: Authorization to purchase additional Microsoft licenses from Software House International, Inc.(SHI) in the amount of $39,448.23.
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EXPLANATION: The IT Department is seeking authorization to purchase six (6) unlimited virtual server licenses, seven (7) physical server licenses, 15 document and drawing licenses, and five (5) subscription/development licenses under the current Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA) with SHI in the amount of $39,448.23. These licenses are necessary for continuous business operations and will ensure compliance with licensing requirements as Wellington grows and continues to improve transparency. After negotiating directly with Microsoft, the IT Department was able to reduce the additional licensing cost to $39,448.23 from an original quote of approximately $80,000.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: NO
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are allocated in the IT Department's FY 2014 software licenses budget.
WELLINGTON FUNDAMENTAL: Responsive Government
RECOMMENDATION: Authorization to purchase additional Microsoft licenses from Software House International, Inc.(SHI) in the amount of $39,448.23.