Cleveland Innovation and Technology Department Notifies Council of New Equipment Purchase
The Cleveland Department of Innovation and Technology is moving forward with a plan to purchase new computer hardware through an existing cooperative purchasing agreement. Filed as 781-2026, the notification outlines the intent to acquire specific Dell equipment to support the city's 2026 IT Capital Plan.
What's in the file
According to a memorandum from Commissioner Larry Jones II dated June 8, 2026, the department intends to use a direct award/cooperative purchasing agreement to buy Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT equipment. The memo states this action is being taken in accordance with Ord. No. 584-2026. The estimated cost for this procurement is $2,990.00.
Who may be affected
- Department of Innovation and Technology: The department will receive the hardware for use in its 2026 IT Capital Plan.
- Dell Technologies: The designated vendor for the equipment purchase.
Status and timeline
- June 8, 2026: Commissioner Larry Jones II issued the memorandum notifying the Clerk of Council of the intent to utilize the purchasing agreement.
- July 10, 2026: The communication was officially introduced and filed with City Council.
Residents can verify these details by reviewing the official record for 781-2026 on the Cleveland City Council website.
Key facts
- Equipment type
- Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT
- Vendor
- Dell Technologies
Source record
- File
- 781-2026
- Type
- Communication
- Status
- Filed
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- July 9, 2026