Scope of Work Revised 08/05/20

Scope of Work

SOLICITATION NO. IFQ_5300_GG1006

Description: Class 1 Sound Level Meters, Accessories, Calibration, and Training

1.0 Introduction

About the City of Austin

The City of Austin, Texas, population 840,000, is the 13th largest city in the country. This vibrant and dynamic city tops numerous “Best” lists for business, entertainment, cost of living and quality of life.

Austin was selected as the “Best City for the Next Decade” (Kiplinger), the “Top Creative Center” in the US (Entrepreneur.com) and is in the Top Seven List of Intelligent Communities for 2012 as ranked by the Intelligent Community Forum. Austin continues to lead the country with its vision of being the

“Most Livable City in the Country”, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Formula 1 and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, The Seton Healthcare

Family and St. David's HealthCare systems. From the home of state government and the City of Texas, to the “Live Music Capital of the World” and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability. Since 1900, Austin's population has doubled every 20 years, with continued projected record-breaking growth into the next decade and beyond.

2.0 Purpose

The purpose of this this purchase is to acquire three (3) Class 1 sound level meters, accessories, calibration services, and device training to support the City’s enforcement of outdoor music venue

(OMV) sound regulations and general environmental sound monitoring.

3.0 Background

Austin Development Services requires reliable Class 1 meters that support average decibel

(Leq) measurements, withstand frequent field use, and offer domestic repair and calibration support.

4.0 Tasks/Requirements

4.1 Contractor’s Responsibilities

• Provide Class 1 sound level meters that meet IEC 61672-1 standards.

• Ensure meters include the capability to perform average decibel measurements (Leq).

• Provide all required accessories, including but not limited to: windscreens, chargers, cables, carrying cases, user manuals, and calibration certificates.

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Scope of Work Revised 08/05/20

• Provide manufacturer-authorized calibration services, including domestic calibration and repair options.

• Provide training (virtual or in-person) for City staff on device operation, measurement techniques, and data access/export.

• Provide warranty information, service timelines, and all product documentation.

• Deliver all equipment to the delivery location specified in Section 6.0.

4.2 City’s Responsibilities

• Provide access to staff for training.

• Provide timely communication regarding scheduling and needs.

5.0 Delivery Locations (Goods)

Delivery shall be made to the following location unless otherwise specified by the City in the order:

Location/Facility Name: PDC

Address: 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, TX 78752

Days/Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

6.0 Specific Invoice Requirements

The City’s preference is to have invoices emailed. All mail sent through post office should be sent to

PO Box 1088, Austin Texas 78767.

City of Austin

Department Austin Development Services - Finance

Attn: Accounts Payable

Email: DSDaccountspayable@austintexas.gov

City, State, Zip Code

For questions regarding your invoice/payment please contact the City Contract Manager.

mailto:DSDaccountspayable@austintexas.gov