The City of Seguin, located in Texas, is soliciting sealed bids (Bid No. AF-2025-57) for a comprehensive procurement of electric and water meters, specifically Aclara Electric RF Meters, Water Meter Transmitting Units (MTU), and Data Collection Units (DCU). The procurement includes approximately 600 Form 2S CL200 meters with remote disconnect, 5 Form 2S CL320 meters, 10 Form 4S CL20 meters, 100 Form 12S CL200 meters with remote disconnect, along with 600 Water Meter MTU Encoders and 2 Data Collection Units. The bid emphasizes strict compatibility requirements with the city's existing Aclara RF Automatic Meter Reading System, mandating that all meters and components be manufactured by Aclara and conform to precise technical specifications. Evaluation will be conducted on a "best value" basis, considering factors such as price, quality, vendor reputation, past relationship, and long-term costs. The bid is due on July 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with an initial contract term spanning from August 2025 through September 2026, and options to renew annually for up to three additional one-year terms. The procurement documents do not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The bid covers Grimes County and is focused on technical compatibility and performance standards for metering infrastructure. Technical specifications include detailed requirements for operating temperature, electrical range, certifications, and warranty conditions for the meters and associated equipment. The city reserves the right to adjust quantities based on available funding and operational demand. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant investment in municipal metering infrastructure. The emphasis on using Aclara-manufactured equipment indicates a preference for maintaining consistency with existing technological ecosystems and potentially limiting competitive bidding to vendors with specific manufacturing capabilities.
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AF-2025-57 Bid Manual.pdf | 1MB | 6/18/25 |