Item No. 6.
TO:HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM:OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
BY:MARLON RAMIREZ, INTERIM ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
DATE:JANUARY 13, 2026
SUBJECT:
APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH MARK ENTERPRISES
TECHNOLOGIES, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
EQUIPMENT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City Council will consider approving a purchase agreement with MARK Enterprises Technologies LLC for Check Point Maestro Model MHO-140 Orchestrator Appliances to support the City’s network and firewall infrastructure. To avoid tariff-related price increases taking effect on January 1, 2026, the City issued Purchase Order No. 12-11009 on December 29, 2025, securing favorable pricing and resulting in approximately $15,000 in cost savings. Retroactive approval is requested due to the absence of a second City Council meeting in December prior to the pricing deadline.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
1. Approve a purchase agreement between the City of Downey and MARK Enterprises Technologies LLC for the purchase of Check Point Maestro Model MHO-140 Orchestrator Appliances, including related support and professional services, in an amount not to exceed $99,236.50, provide retroactive approval of Purchase Order No. 12-11009 issued on December 29, 2025, and;
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all documents necessary to effectuate the purchase.
BACKGROUND
The City’s network and firewall infrastructure supports critical municipal operations, including public safety, financial systems, and Citywide technology services. Maintaining a secure, reliable, and high-performing network environment is essential to ensure continuity of operations and protect City systems and data.
To support these objectives, the Information Technology Division identified the need to upgrade and expand the City’s firewall orchestration capabilities using Check Point Maestro technology to meet current and future operational demands and maintain a secure and resilient network environment.
ANALYSIS
To support the planned upgrade to the City’s firewall orchestration environment, staff reached out to multiple vendors to obtain quotes for the required Check Point Maestro equipment and associated support services. The intent was to confirm competitive pricing, evaluate technical compatibility, and ensure the proposed solution met the City’s operational and security requirements. This approach was consistent with the City’s purchasing practices for specialized information technology equipment.
Based on this review, staff determined that the proposal from MARK Enterprises Technologies LLC represented the best overall value to the City. MARK Enterprises is already familiar with the City’s network environment and provides ongoing firewall and network support services. This familiarity allows for more efficient installation, configuration, and troubleshooting, reduces implementation risk, and minimizes potential service disruptions.
In addition to operational considerations, pricing and timing were critical factors. The City issued Purchase Order No. 12-11009 on December 29, 2025, in order to lock in pricing for the equipment before tariff increases scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026. Locking in the pricing prior to these tariffs resulted in an estimated $15,000 in cost savings to the City.
Because there was no second City Council meeting in December at which this item could be presented for approval prior to the pricing deadline, staff proceeded with issuing the Purchase Order to preserve the favorable pricing. As a result, staff is seeking retroactive approval of the Purchase Order as part of this agenda item.
Based on the review of vendor quotes, pricing, technical considerations, and the need to preserve cost savings, staff recommends approval of the purchase agreement with MARK Enterprises Technologies LLC.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
Fiscal Responsibility
Efficiency and Adaptability
FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of the recommended action will result in an expenditure of $99,236.50, included in the Fiscal Year 2025– 26 Operating Budget within the Capital Projects Fund (Fund 40), Account No. 40-4-6946-0520.
Attachments
Mark Enterprises Technologies.pdf
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CITY OF DOWNEY
PURCHASING DIVISION
11111 BROOKSHIRE AVENUE
DOWNEY, CA 90241-3898
P (562)904-7257
F (562)904-7270
PURCHASE ORDER
VENDOR: 133476 SHIP TO: CITY HALL
11111 BROOKSHIRE AVE
1 ST FLOOR
DOWNEY, CA 90241
MARK ENTERPRISES TECHNOLOGIES
3435 OCEAN PARK BLVD #1 07
SANTA MONICA, CA 90405
Req. No.:
Dept. :
Contact: MOHAMMAD AHMED
Special Inst: REF. QUOTE NO.102725-DOWNEY-CITYHALL-MAESTRO-V4 Quantity I Unit 1 Descriptionm2 1
8XI OO GBE AND 48XIO GBE PORT, PLUS IXIOG DAC (3M)
Unit Price
89,700.0000
Ext. Price
89,700.00
INCLUDES: (2) 10 GB LR TRANCEIVERS AND (2) 100 GBE QSFP28 DIRECTAl-rACH COPPER CABLES, (1 METER) 1 YEAR CHECK POINT PREMIUM PRO SUPPORT CHECK POINTATARn PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PACKAGE FO 1 YEAR (INCLUDES 10 DAYS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
FOR MAESTRO IMPLEMENTATION)
BILL TO: CITYOF DOWNEY
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
P.0. BOX 7016
DOWNEY. CA 90241
accountspavable@}downevca .arq
SUBTOTAL
TAX
FREIGHT
TOTAL
89.700.00
9,41 8.50
118.00
99,236.50
Account Number
E 40-1-6946-0520
Amount
99,236.50
Account Number Amount
I hereby certify that I have above, that
RECEIVING COPY
Enterprises, Inc
ET SecyPity Specialists
October 27, 2025
Quote For:
Art Mansur/an
City of Downey
11111 Brookside Avenue
Ck>wney, CA 90241
(562) 869-7331
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Remit to:
MARK Enterprises LLC
ABn: Chris Rice
3435 Ocean Park Blvd. #107
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone. 818.808.9020
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EIN 34.3840569
PRODUCT DESCRIPrioN
Check Point Maestro quote For City of Downey {City Hall) 1 {2) Maestro Model MHO-140 Orchestratcr Appliances with Bx laD GbE and §89.700.00 $89,700.00 48x ID GM ports, plus 1 x 10G DAC (3m)
Includes: (2) 10Gb LR Trancetvers and (2) 100GbE QSFP28 Direct Attach Copp6r Cables, (1 Meter)
2 I.Year Check Point Premium PRO Support Included Included 3 1
Check Point ATAM Professional Services Package For I Year (Includes ID Days Professional Services for Maestro Implementation)Included Included Sales Tax
(10.5%)39,418.50
Freight $118.00
TOTAL $99236.50
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NOTES/COMMENTS
Sales Tax and Freight NOT Included
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