North Carolina eVP #73-RFPIT0017

WCU seeks vendor for GIS-based electric utility asset inventory system development

Western Carolina University, through its electric utility Western Carolina Power (WCP), is seeking proposals for the development of an operational utility asset inventory system to enhance electric utility operations. - Government Buyer: - Western Carolina University (WCU), Western Carolina Power (WCP) - Project Scope: - Development of a GIS-based utility asset inventory system for electric distribution assets - Includes field data collection for poles, transformers, meters, vegetation, and photographic documentation - Integration of legacy CAD drawings and historical utility records into the GIS environment - Configuration of ArcGIS platform and GIS database schema - Mobile-friendly applications and integration with Tantalus analytics - Training for WCP personnel and long-term post-implementation support - Products & Services Requested: - Hardware and software for GIS asset inventory - Data conversion, integration, and condition assessment - GIS platform and database configuration - Training and deliverables (GIS data, documentation, metadata) - Post-implementation support and optional services - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must demonstrate relevant experience in utility GIS projects - Detailed pricing submission required - System must be compatible with ArcGIS and integrate with Tantalus analytics - Mobile application capability for field data collection - Collaboration with WCP personnel throughout project - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but ArcGIS (Esri) and Tantalus are referenced as required platforms.

Description

Western Carolina Power (WCP), a university-owned electric utility operated by Western Carolina University (WCU), is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to assist in developing an operational utility asset inventory system for internal utility operations and asset management. The project aims to improve operational awareness, outage response, maintenance planning, infrastructure management, and long-term utility planning. The system will use legacy CAD drawings and historical utility records as operational references and will be developed in collaboration with WCP personnel. The goal is to create a system that enhances safety, reliability, and efficiency of electric distribution management.

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