Deployment of AMI Smart Meters

The Greenville Electric Utility System (GEUS) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide the installation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) smart meters, along with associated documentation, activation, and data entry necessary for accurate billing continuity. The contractor will be responsible for delivering reliable, high-quality installs in compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and GEUS specifications. The project involves the installation of smart meters for approximately 17,000 meters. The contractor must have at least 5 years of experience in providing AMI installation services to the electric utility market and must have successfully completed a minimum of 1 million meter exchanges and 10 AMI system installation projects. The contractor must also provide references for 10 AMI system installation projects. Some key requirements for the contractor include: * Providing all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for the installation of AMI smart meters * Ensuring compliance with applicable codes, industry standards, and GEUS specifications * Having a Work Order Management System that can integrate with Tyler Technologies Incode * Providing a detailed, step-by-step procedure for meter exchanges * Having a minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate for general liability insurance * Having a minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence for automobile liability insurance * Having workers' compensation insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 for each accident/occurrence The evaluation criteria for the proposal include cost, experience and qualifications, references, and proposed plan for completion of the project. The contract resulting from this RFP will become effective on the date of contract execution and will remain in effect until completion of the project, with a 12-month extension after project completion.