CC MEETING: October 22, 2024
DATE: October 2, 2024
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Chris Chiancone, Chief Information Officer
Chrystal Davis, Assistant City Manager
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Consider Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into An Agreement With Catapult Staffing, LLC, Through GSA Purchasing Cooperative, For Staffing Services In A Total Amount Not To Exceed $1,200,000.00.
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BACKGROUND:
The FY25 Budget includes an approved ATB for IT Professional Services for certain specialized IT positions. To address the need for these specialized IT positions, the City has utilized professional services firms for staff augmentation, hard-to-hire positions, and other contract services.
By utilizing Catapult Staffing, LLC., the city can quickly access a pool of highly qualified professionals who have the necessary skills and experience for specialized positions and projects. Catapult Staffing, LLC. have extensive recruiting resources and established networks with professionals in various IT fields, making it easier for them to find the right fit for a particular position.
Catapult Staffing, LLC. will also be utilized for various IT related staff augmentation in support of AI, Mobile Development, and Document Management Software implementation.
Using contract services also allows the City to quickly adjust its workforce as needed, without the overhead costs associated with hiring full-time employees. This can be particularly useful during periods of high demand, when additional staff may be needed to handle an increased workload.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Catapult Staffing, LLC. is budgeted through the following accounts:
IT Professional Services 854105 - 124850199 ($1,000,000.00)
Records Management Software 854105 - 124600199 ($200,000.00)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends Council authorize the purchase of IT Professional Services as needed from Catapult Staffing, LLC., in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000.