TO: Board of County Commissioners
THROUGH: John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator
Jennifer W. Shuler, County Attorney
FROM: Christopher A. Hicks, Assistant County Attorney
DATE: June 30, 2025
SUBJECT: Renewal of Agreement with SteepSteel, LLC for Telecom Services
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BACKGROUND
On September 15, 2020, Indian River County entered an Agreement with SteepSteel, LLC to manage telecom lease contracts and infrastructure for the County. The term of the contract was for 5 years with an option for an additional five-year renewal at the County’s option. SteepSteel has worked cooperatively with County staff for first the five years and has been a valuable asset on all issues relating to our tower infrastructure. James with SteepSteel has been an invaluable resource to staff on all matters related to real estate and telecom issues.
ANALYSIS
The Notice of Intent to Renew will allow the Agreement to be continued for an additional five years. Based upon the performance during the initial term it is recommended that the agreement be extended.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
The funding of this Agreement comes directly from the leases SteepSteel manages and will be paid out of the Tower Expenses account in the associated department.
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTIONS
The Board approved the initial Agreement on September 15, 2020.
POTENTIAL FUTURE BOARD ACTIONS
None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action
The County Attorney recommends that the Board approve the extension of the contract with SteepSteel, LLC.