Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Public Utilities to modify to increase funding for an existing Indefinite Quantity Contract for Electrical Substation and Electrical Maintenance Services with Invizions, Inc. in the amount of $800,000.00. The Department of Public Utilities will use this contract for planned inspections, testing, troubleshooting and repair to ensure the correct operation of all components and their interaction for the equipment lifecycle.
The Department of Public Utilities solicited competitive bids for Electrical Substation and Electrical Maintenance Services in accordance with the relevant provisions of Section 329 (RFQ020752). Two-hundred and fifty two vendors (252) vendors were solicited. Two (MAJ) bids were received and opened on March 9, 2022.
The bid from Invizions, Inc. was determined to be the lowest responsive, responsible and best bidder and an Indefinite Quantity Agreement Contract was established to be utilized on an as needed basis.
The contract term is for three years through December 31, 2025. The contract language allows for a one (1) year renewal option upon mutual agreement, availability of funds, and approval by Columbus City Council. If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be requested.
Ordinance Number 0156-2022 authorized establishing purchase agreement PA005783. Ordinance #3185-2022 authorized Modification #1 to add additional funds for the 2022 budget year. Ordinance #0092-2023 authorized Modification #2 to add funds for the 2023 budget year. This Ordinance will add funds for the 2024 budget year.
This Ordinance is being submitted in accordance with the relevant provisions of Chapter 329 of City Code.
SUPPLIER: Invizions, Inc., vendor #001294, cc expires 5/19/24, Majority Status
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