Carrollton Ionwave ##23-009BAFO

Award for Replacement and Installation of AMI Water Meters for City of Carrollton, TX

The City of Carrollton Public Works Department in Texas is undertaking a major two-phase project to upgrade its water metering system for both commercial and residential customers. - Government Buyer: - City of Carrollton Public Works Department (Purchasing Department) - OEMs and Vendors: - VertexOne Software, LLC (for utility billing software integration) - Fortiline Inc (awarded supplier) - Products/Services Requested: - Replacement of manual water meters with Cellular LTE-M Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) ultrasonic water meters - Meter sizes range from 5/8 inch to 10 inch - Quantities include: - 5/8 in.: 46 (Phase I), 684 (Phase II), 6,944 (for City staff install) - 1 in.: 152 (Phase I), 533 (Phase II), 300 (for new construction) - 1 1/2 in.: 110 (Phase I), 621 (Phase II) - 2 in.: 534 (Phase I), 1,968 (Phase II) - 3 in.: 11 (Phase I), 14 (Phase II) - 4 in.: 52 (Phase I), 130 (Phase II) - 6 in.: 97 (Phase I), 545 (Phase II) - 8 in.: 21 (Phase I), 174 (Phase II) - 10 in.: 1 (Phase I), 12 (Phase II) - Installation of antennas and programming of meters - Supply of plastic meter can lids (12 in. and 20 in.) with antenna hangers (7,628 and 3,422 units respectively) - Piping (spool pieces) for meter installation (priced per linear foot) - Data collection software and integration with VertexOne utility billing software - Cellular LTE-M service for AMI system (includes monthly cellular cost, licenses, implementation, and communication verification) - Recurring fees for software, integration, firmware upgrades, and licenses - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Project divided into two phases: pilot for commercial routes, then full rollout including new construction - Approximately 3,472 meters replaced annually in Phase II - Compliance with North Central Texas Council of Governments and City of Carrollton standards - Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act and best management practices for stormwater pollution prevention - Bidders required to provide 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and demonstrate relevant experience - Coordination with property owners and adherence to TxDOT traffic control standards - Integration with VertexOne Software, LLC for utility billing - Estimated contract value: $15,037,146.02 - Place of performance: City of Carrollton, TX (primary delivery and installation location)

Description

The City of Carrollton's Public Works Department issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a two-phase project to replace specified brand water meters for commercial and residential customers. The project involves implementing a Cellular LTE-M Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) water meter system to improve customer service, reduce non-revenue water loss, and enhance workforce and asset management. Phase I focuses on replacing manual water meters with ultrasonic AMI meters in two commercial routes, while Phase II covers the remaining commercial and residential meters, approximately 3,472 meters annually. The awarded supplier is required to provide bonds and necessary paperwork as per the original bid.

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