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Neg Agmt with Tech Logic Corporation to provide automated materials handling systems and other systems products, 12/13/24-12/31/29, NTE $2,000,000
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate an Agreement with Tech Logic Corporation to design and install automated materials handling systems and other systems products at various Hennepin County Library locations during the period of December 13, 2024 through December 31, 2029 in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 be approved; that the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the County; and that the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed
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Background:
Hennepin County Library currently has 26 automated materials handling ("AMH") sorting systems of various sizes throughout the Library system, 11 of them are custom built to fit within our larger branches. All 26 AMH machines were built by Tech Logic. The Library anticipates adding several AMH machines in the coming years as libraries are renovated and capital projects begin. These conveyance and sorting machines assist Libraries in managing the nearly 6 million items which circulate through the system annually. The proposed equipment that would be purchased under this Agreement would accomplish all or part of the following:
1. Automatically update returned collection materials and patron accounts via Radio Frequency Identification Tags (RFID) and barcodes.
2. Reduce injuries, workers compensation claims and allow for increased efficiency to better allow staff time to be spent providing customer service to Library patrons.
3. Require minimal training for HCL staff already familiar with the nuances of these particular automated materials handling machines.
This Agreement further intends to cover the cost of repair parts and services, components and accessories for the automated materials handling equipment provided by Tech Logic Corporation. ...
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