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Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 5 to Professional Services Agreement with Securitas Technology Corporation, Inc. for Citywide Fire Alarm Monitoring, Testing, Inspection, and Repair ($30,000) (PW)
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MEETING DATE:
November 18, 2026
PREPARED BY:
Christina Castro, P.E., Public Works Director
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with Securitas Technology Corporation, Inc. for citywide fire alarm monitoring, testing, inspection, and repair services, increasing the contract amount by $30,000, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $217,483, and extending the contract term through June 30, 2027.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Public Works Facilities Division contracts with Securitas Technology Corporation, Inc. (formerly Securitas Electronic Security, Inc.) to provide fire alarm monitoring, testing, inspection, and repair services at City-owned facilities. These services are essential to maintaining operational fire alarm systems and protecting City employees, facilities, and the public.
The original agreement was executed in 2021 for $19,900. Through four subsequent amendments, the contract amount increased to $187,483, and the term was extended through June 30, 2026. Previous amendments funded necessary fire alarm panel upgrades at the Police Station and Court Building, citywide system repairs, and ongoing monitoring and inspection services.
On June 17, 2026, Council authorized advertisement for a new two-year service contract, estimated at $150,000. Staff solicited bids from 21 Class C-10 contractors through the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA) informal bidding process. Only one bid was received, totaling $340,613, which exceeded the applicable informal bidding threshold. On September 2, 2026, Council rejected the bid and authorized readvert...
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