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Authorize a contract for Filigran OpenCTI software and support services to collect, analyze, and share cyber threat information for Austin Technology Services with Carahsoft Technology Corp., for an initial term of one year with up to four 1-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,019,400. Funding: $192,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Technology Services. 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 Technology Services.
Fiscal Note
Funding in the amount of $192,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Technology Services.
Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets.
Procurement Language:
Multiple contractors within this cooperative purchasing program were reviewed for these services. Austin Financial Services and Austin Technology Services have determined this contractor best meets the needs of Austin Technology Services to provide these services required for the City.
MBE/WBE:
Cooperative Agreement contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-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.
Additional Backup Information:
The contract will provide the City with Filigran OpenCTI security platform, a key component of the City’s Threat Intelligence Program. This centralized system is designed to collect, analyze, and share cyber threat information by integrating data from multiple sources and mapping relationships between threats. With advanced analytical tools, collaborative features, and a real-time insight, Filigran OpenCTI enhances the City’s ability to identify, prioritize, and respond to cyber risks. Filigran OpenCTI facilitates proactive defense strategies, safeguards critical infrastructure, and secures sensitive information thereby enhancing the resilience and continuity of essential public services.
This is a new contract, and the requested authorization amount was determined using departmental estimates based on organizational needs and requirements.
The Omnia Partners Cooperative 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 this contract is not approved, then the City's ability to detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents may be impacted.
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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 |
$192,000 |
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Optional Extension 1 |
1 year |
$197,800 |
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Optional Extension 2 |
1 year |
$204,700 |
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Optional Extension 3 |
1 year |
$209,800 |
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Optional Extension 4 |
1 year |
$216,100 |
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Total |
5 years |
$1,019,400 |
Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.