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File #: 2767-2015    Version: 1
Type: Ordinance Status: Passed
File created: 10/29/2015 In control: Public Utilities Committee
On agenda: 12/7/2015 Final action: 12/8/2015
Title: To authorize the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a service agreement with Gray Matter Systems, LLC for maintenance and support in accordance with the provisions for sole source procurement of the Columbus City Code; and to authorize the expenditure of $57,546.00 from the Sewerage System Operating Fund. ($57,546.00)
Attachments: 1. ORD 2767-2015 Versiondog - Sole Source Form.pdf, 2. ORD 2767-2015 VersionDog - Sole Source ltr.pdf, 3. ORD 2767-2015 VersionDog Quote # 223002 (810).pdf
Explanation

This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into a service agreement for the Maintenance Service and one (1) year Update and Customer Support for the versiondog Extended Edition AP and the versiondog Satellite Server System. The Jackson Pike Wastewater Treatment Plant utilizes this control system for file, storage and retrieval systems that manage version changes to software, i.e., PLC Programs.

This is critical to the operations of the Jackson Pike facility, as all sludge brought into the plant is processed through the digester system and the versiondog System monitors that process. Auvesy GmbH & Co KG is the sole Developer, Licensor, and Support Service Provider for the complete suite of versiondog products utilized at the Jackson Pike Wastewater Treatment Plant and is the only entity offering the necessary equipment, service and software for this type of equipment. Gray Matter Systems, LLC is the sole authorized representative in the state of Ohio for Auvesy GmbH & Co KG. Therefore, the Division desires to enter into a service agreement for maintenance and support with Gray Matter Systems, LLC, in accordance with the relevant provisions of Columbus City Code, Chapter 329 relating to sole source procurement. This is for embedded systems.

This contract will cover a one (1) year period from date of execution. If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be requested. The Quote dated August 10, 2015 is attached to this record.

SUPPLIER: Gray Matter Systems, LLC (25-1820946) Expires 10/16/2017
Gray Matter Systems, LLC does not hold MBE/FBE status.

The company is not debarred according to the Excluded Party Listing System of the Federal Government or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State Unresolved Findings for Recovery Certified Search.

FISCAL IMPACT: $57,546.00 is budgeted and needed for this purchase.

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