Title
Resolution Authorizing a Microsoft Enterprise Compliance Agreement in the Amount of $545,675.95
Body
Council Priority: Ensure Fiscal Stewardship, Transparency, & Accountability
Department: Information Technology
Council District: ALL
Public Hearing: N/A
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Rodney Roberts 336-412-6158
Contact 2 and Phone: Jane Nickles 336-373-2314
PURPOSE:
To become compliant with software licenses currently being used by city staff, Microsoft has presented an agreement documenting the required number of Core CAL’s with Software Assurance. The compliance agreement allows the City of Greensboro Information Technology to continue providing needed services to employees.
BACKGROUND:
The Microsoft suite of software is used to conduct the business of the City. Included in this compliance agreement allows for audit compliance.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Funding for the ongoing support and maintenance fees are included in the adopted budget. The funding will be shared between Information Technology, Public Safety Information Technology and Water Resources Departments.
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Item |
Amount |
Account |
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Product Software Licensing |
$545,675.95 |
682-0720-02.5212 |
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Total: |
$545,675.95 |
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RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
It is the recommendation of Information Technology that we encumber funds for the Microsoft Enterprise Compliance Agreement and licensing fees. It is established Microsoft Solutions is the sole provider of City’s software and continuing support and maintenance is the most reasonable and efficient way to meet the objective of the organization. In light of this, we have requested and formally received an MWBE Waiver.