By Mark Squibb \ May 5, 2023
In this day of cellular technology, some folks are making the decision to ditch their landlines, but the City of Mount Pearl this week committed $116,765 over five years to ensure its lines continue in good working order.
“In 2018 the City upgraded the internal phone system, selecting through the procurement process a BE4K phone system to service most of the locations in operation by the City,” explained councillor Jim Locke during Tuesday’s meeting. “These services will conclude on May 31, 2023, and a new contract will be required for the City’s land line phone system.”
Three suppliers bid on the contract, which is based on a 5-year term.
The Corporate Services and Public Works Committee recommended council award the contract for the land line phone system services to the lowest qualified bidder, Ignite Technology, in the amount of $21,746, including HST, annually, for a total of $116,765 for the five-year period 2023 to 2027.
“This should be a blast — Ignite Technology, what a great name I must say,” quipped Mayor Dave Aker. “It’s pretty standard work though.”
The motion passed unanimously.
