Title
Vote to approve competitive bid exemption and sole source for Vertiv Corporation and Faulkner Haynes for service and maintenance on Vertiv and Liebert equipment used within the county
Abstract
Introduction & Background: North Carolina G.S. 143-129(e)(6) authorizes the purchase of a service when performance or price competition is not available.
The county uses Vertiv and Liebert equipment within critical infrastructure throughout the county. This equipment must be maintained and serviced regularly by qualified technicians authorized to work on the equipment.
Discussion & Analysis:
Vertiv, through one of their local authorized vendors, Faulkner Haynes, provides personnel with the necessary training and authorization to work on the equipment, including proprietary software within the systems.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Ensure public safety through adequate resources, plans, and partnerships to keep people and property safe.
Budgetary Impact: n/a
Recommendation/Motion: Motion to approve competitive bid exemption and sole source for Vertiv Corporation and Faulkner Haynes for service and maintenance on Vertiv and Liebert equipment used within the county.