KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS

ACTION ITEM:

Approval of Expenditure – New Residence Hall (Network Equipment)

FACTS:

It has been recently discovered that Kentucky State University will be responsible for providing the network equipment needed to operate essential technology services (wi-fi, security cameras, fire panels, door access, etc.) in the new residence hall. After review of the blue prints and a meeting with the new residence hall contractors, the University's network vendor (Integration Partners) has prepared the following quotes:

Interior Network Equipment

This quote includes 440 wireless interior access points, 20 network switches, 10 closet UPS' (battery backup), associated wiring and installation services.

Exterior Network Equipment

This quote includes 4 wireless exterior access points, associated wiring and installation services.

BUDGETARY IMPLICATION:

The total cost for Interior Network Equipment is $385,578.77 and the cost for Exterior Network Equipment is $6,624.72 for a total cost of $392,203.49. The University will be using the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Master Agreement MA 758 1800000265.

RECOMMENDATION:

Interim President Ronald A. Johnson recommends that the Kentucky State Board of Regents approve the contracts for network equipment for the new residence hall.

MOTION:

Approve Contracts for Network Equipment for the New Residence Hall.