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Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Professional Service Agreement with Golden State Communications, Inc., of San Jose ($135,000), and Appropriating Funds ($130,000) (ISD-IT)
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MEETING DATE:
April 16, 2025
PREPARED BY:
Jack Haddon, Interim Information Technology Manager
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Professional Service Agreement with Golden State Communications, Inc., of San Jose ($135,000), and Appropriating Funds ($130,000).
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The City of Lodi's Transit Division has historically relied on a Very High Frequency (VHF) radio system for fleet communications. This system was installed over 25 years ago and has reached end-of-life, with components becoming cost-inefficient to maintain or replace. The decreased reliability in the aging hardware makes communication between transit operators and dispatchers difficult, negatively impacting operations.
In 2022, staff began exploring a replacement communication solution, which included a cellular-based "Push-to-Talk" system that utilizes 4G/5G cellular network towers to transmit voice. Although startup and maintenance costs are low, the system is unreliable due to numerous network dead spots with all tested cellular network providers. Therefore, Staff recommends a project to replace the Transit communications system with a modern Ultra High Frequency (UHF) system, which will enhance radio reliability, service coverage, and clarity across the transit fleet. The project will consist of licensing, equipment, installation, and maintenance of all components associated with the upgrade. This includes bus-mounted UHF radios, portable units, dispatching base stations at the Transit Station, and a repeater.
In 2024, the City entered a Professional Services Agreement with Golden State Communications, Inc. for the purchase, installation, suppor...
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