HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Contract for Computerized Outage Management System RESOLUTION NO. 23-424
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR COMPUTERIZED
OUTAGE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, the Electric Services Department uses a computerized Outage Management
System(OMS)designed and maintained by Milsoft Utility Solutions, of Abilene,Texas. The OMS
is used to handle electric outage calls, pinpoint system problems, aid in crew dispatch, and
communicate via text messaging with Electric Services customers. It is crucial to have an up-to-
date system to assure quick, reliable response to customer outages and other customer concerns;
and,
WHEREAS, the purchase order amount of $58,826.46 (inclusive of Iowa sales tax)
provides for support of the software through June 30, 2024. The FY 2023/24 Electric Distribution
budget includes $150,000 for software maintenance, which is available for this contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that award of contract to Milsoft Utility Solutions of Abilene, Texas, for Computerized Outage
Management System for the Power Plant in the amount of$58,826.46 is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 18th day of July, 2023.
Renee kall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Corrieri
Seconded by: Gartin
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent:
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 18th day of July, 2023.