Cleveland to Implement New Risk Management Software
The City of Cleveland is preparing to implement new risk management software through a cooperative purchasing agreement. Kim Roy Wilson, the Director of Innovation and Technology, submitted a notification under File No. 788-2026 to utilize a direct award for professional services and technology related to the 2026 IT Capital Plan.
What's in the file
According to a memorandum dated June 24, 2026, the Department of Innovation and Technology intends to use a cooperative purchasing agreement (via STS #OA1338) to contract with AVAAP Consulting, LLC. This agreement is for "Risk Management Origami #8" and involves the purchase of equipment, hardware, software, or professional services.
The memorandum states the following details regarding the notification:
- The action is taken in accordance with Ord No 584-2026.
- The estimated cost for the implementation is $27,600.00.
Avaap is a management and technology consulting firm that specializes in modernizing business processes and technology solutions.
Who may be affected
- Department of Innovation and Technology: The department will oversee the implementation and utilization of the new software and services.
- AVAAP Consulting, LLC: The selected contractor for the professional services and implementation.
Status and timeline
- June 24, 2026: The Department of Innovation and Technology issued the memorandum of notification to the Clerk of Council.
- July 11, 2026: The communication was officially introduced and filed with the City Council.
Residents can verify these details by reviewing the official record for File No. 788-2026 through the Cleveland City Council Legistar system.
Source record
- File
- 788-2026
- Type
- Communication
- Status
- Filed
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- July 10, 2026