HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Awarding Single Source Contract for Software Support at the Power Plant RESOLUTION NO. 23-460
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SOFTWARE SUPPORT
FOR THE POWER PLANT
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS,the Emerson Ovation control system utilized by equipment in the Power Plant
is the main software driving the Distributed Control System. The system is crucial because it
controls almost all the equipment throughout the Power Plant and support to this system is needed
for continued reliability; and,
WHEREAS, Emerson Process Management Power & Water Solutions, Inc. (Emerson) is
the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of this system. Emerson has proposed a three-year
contract for its SureService software support which includes expert telephone support for the
Ovation system, Ovation Guardian Support, and software updates with antivirus program; and,
WHEREAS,Emerson is the most practical and cost-effective vendor to provide this needed
service. Staff recommends a three-year agreement with a proposed fixed pricing structure, rather
than a one-year contract with renewal options. It should be noted that this contract includes a
reduced rate of 5% off list price since the agreement is for three years. The agreement contains a
non-appropriation clause that allows the City to cancel if funds are not appropriated in future City
budgets. The FY 2023/24 operating budget includes $65,000 for Support Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that award of three-year contract to Emerson Process Management Power&Water Solutions Inc.,
of Tinley Park, Illinois, in the amount of$107,534 is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 22nd day of August, 2023.
Renee Nall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Corrieri
Seconded by: Betcher
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 22nd day of August, 2023.