Explanation
This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities (DPU) to enter into a contract with Woolpert, Inc. for Geographic Information System (GIS) professional services. The consultant will help with continued development of the City of Columbus’ GIS system, including its associated applications and datasets. Specific tasks include migrating legacy scripts to Python 3; migrating ArcGIS Desktop 10.x Data Reviewer rule set to ArcGIS Pro 3.x; support for the Climate Action Plan and Sustainability Team; web mapping and application creation and support; second tier support for the Hydrant Web, Water Valve, and Watershed Management applications; and other task-based on-site staff support
PROCUREMENT:
The Department of Public Utilities solicited competitive bids through the Vendor Services and Bonfire websites from June 30, 2023 to July 28, 2023 in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code (RFQ025301). Five (5) bids, three by majority vendors and one each by a woman-owned and a minority-owned enterprise, were received. All but one included work with subcontractors. The bids were all deemed responsive and were evaluated on August 10, 2023. The committee determined Woolpert, Inc. submitted the strongest proposal because it presented a clear understanding of the project scope, the project team’s demonstrated software development and technical experience, and the project manager’s wide range of background knowledge and skills aligned with the scope of the project.
The term of the contract will be for one-year with three renewal options. For each year of the contract, funding is contingent on availability within the budget, mutual agreement between the parties, approval of City Council, and certification of funds by the City Auditor.
MINORITY AND WOMAN OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE & SMALL LOCAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM:
This contract opportunity was submitted to the City’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) for r...
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