AGENCY TESTIMONY
Introduction and overview of DOC partnerships
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James Conroy, Deputy Commissioner of Legal Matters and General Counsel for the NYC Department of Correction, introduces the department's partnerships with providers for goods, services, and support for those in their care. He emphasizes the importance of these partnerships in maintaining a safe and humane jail system.
- Over 100 registered contracts covering various needs and services
- Focus on telephone, tablet, and commissary services in this testimony
- Emphasis on transparency, accountability, and fairness in vendor selection
James Conroy
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Good morning, chairs Nurse and Juan, and members of the Committees on Criminal Justice and Contracts.
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My name is James Conroy, and I'm the deputy commissioner of legal matters and general counsel for the New York City Department of Correction.
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The department partners with a network of experienced and dedicated providers to deliver goods and services, programmatic support and skill building, and help in the transition back into the community for those in our care.
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Those vendors and the DOC staff who support them enhance their work support and enhance their work are critical critical part of maintaining a safe and humane jail system with modern practices and amenities.
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The department currently has over 100 registered contracts covering a vast range of needs and services.
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Today, we would like to highlight 3 jail based services in particular, telephone, tablet, and commissary services.
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The department works in close collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Contract Services, MOX, on all matters related to procurement.
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The department follows established citywide procurement protocols and utilizes the city's passport portal in the same manner as other other city agencies.
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Given the nature of our work and the vulnerable population we serve, we recognize the importance of transparency and accountability when selecting and partnering with vendors.
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Our goal is to ensure that the goods and services provided to those in our care are fair, valuable, and equitable.