Public_Notice_of_RFP_26028SH_Interview.pdf

This is a Public Notice of Request for Proposal Utility Reference Interview issued by the Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) in Florida for RFP 26-028-SH, Utility Network Migration and Implementation Services. The RFP solicits comprehensive utility network migration and implementation services, including assessment of KUA's existing network and system architecture, development of a detailed migration and implementation plan with timelines and risk mitigation, data conversion and validation from legacy systems to a modernized Utility Network platform, system configuration and integration, testing and quality assurance, staff training and documentation, and post-implementation support and knowledge transfer. The original proposal deadline was June 12, 2026, with oral interviews initially scheduled for August 13, 2026 via Zoom. Five firms submitted proposals: Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc.; Epoch Solutions Group LLC; RAMTeCH Software Solutions, Inc.; SSP Innovations LLC; and Utility Data Contractors, Inc. Three firms—Burns & McDonnell, SSP Innovations, and Utility Data Contractors—were shortlisted for interviews. The anticipated contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewal periods at KUA's sole discretion. A final evaluation team meeting is scheduled for August 14, 2026.

The notice specifically documents a utility reference interview with SSP Innovations LLC scheduled for September 17, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM via Microsoft Teams to assess the firm's performance and experience on completed utility network migration and implementation projects. Service Tier C classification applies to this procurement, which exceeds $500,000. Addendum No. 5 (June 8, 2026) clarified that Esri Professional Services engagement is optional, that KUA will provide VPN connectivity solutions for remote vendor access, and that transmission and fiber assets will use a lift-and-shift migration approach remaining outside the Utility Network in this phase. Addendum No. 3 (May 15, 2026) removed the 100% performance bond requirement in favor of negotiated milestone-based payments and revised cybersecurity scanning requirements to mandate exclusive VPN connectivity with IP whitelisting approved by KUA. Payment terms are net thirty days. Sheila Hernandez, CPPB, FCCM Senior Buyer, serves as the primary contact at (407) 933-9809 or procurement@kua.com.