Specifications include, but are not limited to: The City of Rocklin is seeking proposals from qualified proposers interested in providing the City with a five (5) year Information Technology Strategic Plan to guide the City in planning, procuring, implementing, and managing current and future IT investments and resources. This plan should be a "living" document that becomes the basis for regular review and adjustment of the 5-year future with respect to governance, infrastructure, equipment, software, cybersecurity, staffing, and the effective use of technology to support the work of the City. The project's primary goal is to construct and convey a clear vision and roadmap for leveraging technology effectively to enhance the City's operations. Services: 1. Assessment of Current IT Infrastructure and Practices - Review and evaluate the current IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, network systems, and data centers. Assess existing IT practices, procedures, and systems for efficiency and effectiveness. a. Conduct a review of the current IT infrastructure, including examining hardware, software, network systems, and data centers. b. Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the current IT practices and procedures, identifying areas that may require improvements. c. Review the IT asset procurement, deployment, and tracking lifecycle and provide recommendations for improvement. d. Based on the assessments, identify improvement areas and propose optimization strategies. e. Assess staff structures and provide optimal recommendations to support the City’s departmental needs. 2. Future IT Needs Analysis - Perform a comprehensive analysis of future IT needs in alignment with the organization's strategic goals. The analysis should involve discussions with City executive management to understand technology needs and consider emerging technology opportunities in the public sector...