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Authorize a contract for managed security operations services for cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, and incident responses for Austin Aviation with Recon InfoSec, Inc. d/b/a Recon Infosec for an initial term of one year with up to four one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $765,000. Funding: $153,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Aviation. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
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Lead Department
Austin Financial Services.
Client Department(s)
Austin Aviation.
Fiscal Note
Funding in the amount of $153,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Aviation.
Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
Procurement Language:
Multiple cooperative purchase programs were reviewed for these services. Austin Financial Services has determined this contractor best meets the needs of Austin Aviation to provide these services required for the City.
MBE/WBE:
Cooperative Agreement contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established.
For More Information:
Direct questions regarding this Recommendation for Council Action to Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement at FSDCentralProcurementRCAs@austintexas.gov or 512-974-2500.
Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action:
August 12, 2026 - Recommended by the Airport Advisory Commission on a 9-0 vote.
Additional Backup Information:
The contract will provide Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services for Austin Aviation. MDR is a cybersecurity service that delivers 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and incident responses through a combination of advanced security technologies and cybersecurity professionals. MDR helps protect Austin Aviation's critical Information Technology and Operational Technology systems from cybersecurity threats, enhancing Austin Aviation's security posture and supporting the continuity of airport operations. MDR does this by providing continuous monitoring and rapid responses to potential cyber incidents.
This is a new contract. Amounts were determined by using departmental estimates based on anticipated future usage.
The State of Texas Department of Information Resources is a cooperative purchasing association recognized under Texas procurement statutes. Cooperative associations, themselves or using a lead government, competitively solicit and award contracts that are eligible for use by other qualified state and local governments. Due to their substantial volumes, larger than any one government could achieve independently, cooperative contracts routinely include superior terms, conditions, and pricing. Use of cooperative contracts also results in lower administrative costs and time savings.
If a contract is not approved, Austin Aviation will not have the resources necessary to provide continuous cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, and incident response services.
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Contract Details: |
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Contract Term |
Length of Term |
Contract Authorization |
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Initial Term |
1 year |
$153,000 |
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Optional Extension 1 |
1 year |
$153,000 |
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Optional Extension 2 |
1 year |
$153,000 |
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Optional Extension 3 |
1 year |
$153,000 |
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Optional Extension 4 |
1 year |
$153,000 |
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Total |
5 years |
$765,000 |
Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.