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Description

This project supports the ongoing installation and maintenance of the information technology (IT) network infrastructure throughout all Montgomery College facilities, as well as on-premise server operations for applications not suitable for cloud computing. The network-related infrastructure includes cable distribution systems (conduit, fiber optics, wiring); equipment such as routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention devices; network management systems, specialized technology tools, monitoring systems, and diagnostic equipment; and remote access technologies. Also included are telephone systems, emergency notification systems, building management systems, and video security systems.


The scope of the project includes the associated electrical, environmental, and backup systems needed to ensure the reliable operation of all equipment. On-premise server operations are supported through the maintenance of a primary data center on the Takoma Park/Silver Spring (TP/SS) campus, and a backup data center on the Rockville campus. Associated with the TP/SS data center is the College's Network Operating Center (NOC), where staff maintain server and network equipment and provide 24/7 monitoring of all College IT systems and services to ensure proper functioning and performance. This includes instructional and administrative applications and all network and Internet-related services used in support of both credit and non-credit programs. This project funds six positions.


Note: The Network Operating Center/Datacenter project's (P076618) FY19 and beyond funding requests and work years have been added to this project. In addition, the project name has changed from Network Infrastructure Support Systems to Network Infrastructure and Server Operations.

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Phase

Ongoing

Status

Active
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Budget Snapshot
$63.92M Total
Expenditures/Funding
$24.6M 6 Year Total
Expenditures/Funding
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Cost Change

Increase due to addition of FY29 and FY30. Annual project cost increase due to escalation.
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Justification

The College networks used for all forms of data, voice, video, and machine communication must be maintained and upgraded continuously to ensure no College location is without the necessary technology capabilities and support. This requires planned replacement and upgrades as technology evolves. As faculty continue to develop more learning programs and methods to meet the increased expectations of students, the technology needs also evolve and change. Without meeting the expectations and requirements developed in the various College strategic and master planning documents, the College will fall behind in its ability to provide needed technology at the appropriate time. State-of-the-market hardware and software capabilities and cloud services are required to attract and serve students, faculty and staff, as well as to serve the business community by upgrading work force technology skills and providing a base for continued economic development in the county. Information technology directly enables the College's mission and is used to facilitate student success; to effectively and efficiently operate the College; and to support the College's growth, development, and community initiatives.
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Other

FY25 Appropriation: $4,100,000 ($3,800,000 Current Revenue: General; $300,000 Contributions (Fund Balance)). FY26 Appropriation: $4,100,000 ($3,800,000 Current Revenue: General; $300,000 Contributions (Fund Balance)). The following fund transfers/reductions have occurred with this project: By County Council Resolution No. 16-1261, the cumulative appropriation was reduced by $533,000 (Current Revenue: General) as part of the FY10 savings plan; $800,000 to the Network Operating Center project (#P076618)(BOT Resol. #12-06-037,6/11/12). FY19 reduction of $400,000 due to County affordability constraints.
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Fiscal Note

Source of FY25 and FY26 Contributions is College Fund Balance.
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Disclosures

Expenditures will continue indefinitely.
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Coordination

MC Strategic Plan (7/23), Academic Master Plan 2016-2021, Collegewide Facilities Master Plan (Pending 2023), Information Technology Master Plan, Student Affairs Master Plan 2018-2021, and campus building renovation projects. Expenditures are made in alignment with the priorities and guidelines establish by these documents.
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Budget Snapshot
$63.92M Total
Expenditures/Funding
$24.6M 6 Year Total
Expenditures/Funding
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Project Details
Project NumberP076619
Date Last Modified05/19/24
Administering AgencyMontgomery College
CategoryMontgomery College
SubCategoryHigher Education
Planning AreaCountywide
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Total Expenditures by Cost Element (000s)
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Total Funding by Source (000s)
EXPENDITURES (000s)
Cost ElementsTotalThru FY23Est FY24Total 6 YearsFY 25FY 26FY 27FY 28FY 29FY 30Beyond 6 Years
Planning, Design and Supervision9669889877100000000
Land00000000000
Site Improvements and Utilities00000000000
Construction18991899000000000
Other52349239903759246004100410041004100410041000
Total Expenditures63917347874530246004100410041004100410041000
FUNDING (000s)
Funding SourceTotalThru FY23Est FY24Total 6 YearsFY 25FY 26FY 27FY 28FY 29FY 30Beyond 6 Years
Contributions6000060030030000000
Current Revenue: General61897333674530240003800380041004100410041000
Recordation Tax14201420000000000
Total Funding Sources63917347874530246004100410041004100410041000
OPERATING BUDGET IMPACT ($000s)
Impact TypeTotal 6 YearsFY 25FY 26FY 27FY 28FY 29FY 30
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 666666
APPROPRIATION AND EXPENDITURE DATA ($000s)
Appropriation FY 25 Request4100
Year First AppropriationFY07
Appropriation FY 26 Request4100
Last FY's Cost Estimate54517
Cumulative Appropriation39317
Expenditure / Encumbrances35499
Unencumbered Balance3818