C-101691 RFP 32-24 CRESA Assessment

The City of Vancouver has entered into a services agreement with IXP Corporation for a CRESA assessment. The assessment will evaluate the city's current model and relationship with CRESA for regional 9-1-1 dispatch services, regional 800 MHz and conventional radio systems and services, and emergency management services. The assessment aims to inform strategic decisions regarding emergency management services in Vancouver, considering various models and potential outcomes. The scope of work includes conducting an assessment, providing metrics, and performing a technology feasibility analysis. The contract has a maximum compensation of $57,100.00 USD and is set to commence on July 15, 2024, and continue until October 31, 2024. • The assessment will consider different scenarios, including expansion of the relationship with CRESA, severance of the relationship with CRESA, and assumption of governance of CRESA. • The assessment will include estimated expenses, operational and capital investment estimates, and financial impact projections. • The assessment will provide metrics, including response time for cellular and landline calls, operational efficiencies, and level of service and responsiveness to agency needs. • The technology feasibility analysis will include CAD, CAD to Police RMS interface, Fire EMS RMS, and other relevant technologies.