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Bill asked if he recommends one manufacturer? <br /> Not necessarily . <br /> Ian asked if his proposal allows for helping with the estimates, helping to <br /> develop the budget. <br /> Mr. Kemp said it does . <br /> Paul asked if there was supposed to be another firm to interview? <br /> Tom said these were the only two proposals received. SMMA did not receive <br /> a proposal from Brooks Fleming. <br /> Paul explained the two issue with Brooks Fleming . Ed Frenette has a right <br /> of refusal in his contract and therefore can refuse them. Legally anyone <br /> who has worked for the town , or on a Committee in the past year cannot do <br /> business with the town . Michael Pare has worked for Brooks Fleming. <br /> Steve said they have immense video experience but their data side is weak. <br /> Paul explained Ed Frenette told him they could vouch for both of today's <br /> candidates. They have worked with Corporate Connectivity Resources in <br /> Chelsea. <br /> Steve thought both to be evenly matched. <br /> Paul did not want to prejudice member's decisions by discussing the fee <br /> before hearing both presentations. <br /> CCR has a flat fee of 1 . 75% of the $1 . 5 million <br /> BMK is 4 . 5% of the estimated budget. <br /> SMMA asked Childs for a proposal . They want 8% for the fist million and 6% <br /> after that - about $110 , 000. <br /> The Committee debated the merits of the two candidates . <br /> Joe thought BMK explained things clearly, spelled out what we will need in <br /> this school , mentioned wireless. <br /> Steve said CCR described the exact same system as BMK. There was no <br /> difference technically . <br /> Paul said BMK has never used an integrated system, in school construction <br /> that could be a problem. He also worries about his estimate of $150 per <br /> student. <br /> Tom said , in reading the two proposals, CCR' s was much easier to <br /> understand, was more readable. It will be easier to keep a tag on what he <br /> will do. Both said the same thing about what is needed but CCR is easier to <br /> understand. <br /> Tom understands OCR's fee structure to be based on time required , extended <br /> at their standard rates . They used 1 . 75% as an example. <br /> BMK' s fee scheduled , when the phases are added is 125%. <br /> Paul suggested Chartwell get references for both firms, talk with some <br /> references . Talk to Joe Seeley about their fee structures. Rate them on <br /> their educational technology experience and knowledge. <br /> The Committee members will review the two proposals before the next <br /> meeting . They would like to reach a consensus by the Jan . 9th meeting . <br /> Paul explained he cannot attend Tuesday meetings for 6 weeks . <br /> The Committee agreed to move the meetings to Mondays at 4: 00 p .m for 6 <br /> weeks. <br /> ** THE NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING IS MONDAY, JANUARY 9 , 1995 AT 4:00 P.M. <br /> Minutes submitted by Arden R. Cadrin <br /> 9 <br />