Agenda Item
a. Installation of Centegix CrisisAlert System in Additional Schools (Not to exceed $117,000)
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Elijah Palmer, Chief of Staff, Chief of Staff Division
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the installation of the Centegix CrisisAlert System in the amount of $117,000 as a safety and security enhancement to be installed in five (5) additional locations. (1) Silver Hill Building: 1991 Silver Hill Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 (2) Fernbank Science Center: 165 Heaton Park Drive NE, Atlanta, GA. 30307 (3) The Globe Academy Upper Campus: 4105 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30345 (4) The Globe Academy Lower Campus: 1985 Azalea Circle, Decatur, GA 30033 (5) Museum Charter School: 923 Forrest Blvd Decatur, GA 30030 in the DeKalb County School District.
Why: School safety is an important consideration in education. School districts must strive to maintain safe campuses so that students can learn, and staff can support the educational process. Fights, unauthorized individuals, suspicious activity, and other events that cause concern can disrupt the educational process and threaten the safety of school sites. The approval of the use of this Cooperative agreement meets Strategic Goal Area 6: Organizational Excellence.
Details: The Centegix CrisisAlert System is an integrated crisis management platform that accelerates the critical response times and communication needed in the event of an emergency. This safety and security solution has the ability to deliver precise alert location, immediate audio and visual incident notification, and simple activation via a wearable CrisisAlert badge. The alert system empowers teachers and administrators to act and respond to potential crisis situations with confidence. The rapid response capability allows teachers and staff to immediately get help anywhere on the campus. Lockdowns can be implemented through the usage of this system.
Financial impact: $117,000
Equipment Purchase-88,000
100.2600.573000.40211.7510.9990.8010.010.0000
Equipment Installation-$29,000
100.2600.530000.40211.7510.9990.8010.010.0000
Contact: Mr. Tracey Whaley, Chief of Police, Department of Public Safety, Chief of Staff Division, 678-676-2155
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
DATE RECEIVED: ______________
MATTER ASSIGNED TO: _________
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DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
Title of Item/Topic:
Installation of Centegix CrisisAlert System (Not to exceed $54,000)
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(e.g., contract review, policy matter, etc.)
01/22/2025
Date of request: ___________ Due Date: ___________ (Allow 3 to 5 business days)
Installation of Centegix CrisisAlert System in two (2) additional
Background information/Detail: __________________________________________________________
Iocations. Silver Hill and Fernbank Science Center.
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PROCUREMENT DETAILS (if applicable)
Include details confirming that all applicable DCSD procurement policies and requirements have been
Exisiting Contract on file.
adhered to: ____________________________________________________________________________
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
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REQUIRED AUTHORIZATION
Africa Green
Requested by: _____________________________________________________________________
africa_green@dekalbschoolsga.org
Email: __________________________ 678-676-2148
Telephone: ____________________________________
Department: _______________________________________________________________________
Cabinet Member authorizing the request: _______________________________________________
LEGAL APPROVAL
Approved as to form by the DCSD Office of Legal Affairs? ☐ Yes ☐ No
-OR- (check one only)
Approved as to form by Outside Legal Counsel? ☐ Yes ☐ No
*Referrals to Outside Legal Counsel must be coordinated and approved by the DCSD Legal Dept.
Approving Attorney (and law firm if Outside Counsel
H. Eric Hilton, Esq.
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Comments: __________________________________________________________________________
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