What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Garland seeks a vendor to deliver, configure, and support a modern system planning tool for GP&L that either replaces the existing Synergi Electric platform or integrates it with the utility network. The software must provide electric distribution planning and engineering analyses, integrate with the Esri ArcGIS Utility Network, and support repeatable GIS data synchronization. Eligible proposers are onshore USA organizations with at least five years of relevant experience, Esri Utility Network integration experience, qualified key personnel, and two to five project references. Applicants must submit questions through Ion Wave by December 8, 2026, and submit proposals electronically via Ion Wave by December 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. local time. A cross-functional evaluation committee will score proposals using weighted criteria including Experience and Qualifications at 25 percent, Cost at 15 percent, and reference checks. The solicitation does not state a specific budget or contract term.
Scope of work
- Deliver, configure, and support a modern electric distribution System Planning Tool.
- Replace DNV Synergi Electric or integrate it with Esri ArcGIS Utility Network.
- Integrate with CIS Infinity, AMI, and SCADA systems.
- Provide load flow, voltage drop, DER, protection, and contingency analysis capabilities.
- Coordinate concurrently with GP&L's third-party Esri ArcGIS Utility Network implementation vendor.
- Deliver onboarding training for planning engineers and system administrators.
- Provide user manuals, technical reference guides, and administrator documentation.
- Provide ongoing technical support, maintenance, and software updates.
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Technical Approach | 40% |
| Experience and Qualifications | 25% |
| Project Management | 20% |
| Cost | 15% |
Minimum qualifications
- System Planning Tool developers or authorized primary distributors in the United States.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience delivering and implementing a System Planning Tool.
- Successful deployment within past five (5) years for at least two (2) comparable utilities.
- Successful deployment within past five (5) years for at least one (1) utility with Esri Utility Network integration.
- Experience integrating with enterprise systems such as AMI, SCADA, OMS, CIS, or ERP.
- At least one (1) team member experienced configuring and validating distribution models in the proposed tool.
- At least one (1) team member experienced integrating the tool with enterprise GIS platforms.
- Minimum two (2) and maximum five (5) electric distribution utility project references.
Documents to include with your response
- Executive Summary
- Firm Experience & Qualifications
- Project Team & Organizational Structure (org chart, roles, resumes, subcontractors)
- Technical Approach & Solution Description
- Implementation Plan & Schedule
- GIS & Utility Network Integration Approach
- Training & Support Plan
- Completed Functionality Matrix (Appendix 1)
- Completed Pricing Worksheet (Appendix 2)
- Bidder's Qualification, References, and Conflict of Interest (CIQ) forms via Ion Wave
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Ion Wave
- Instructions
- Submit electronically at https://garlandtx.ionwave.net. Optional hard copy may be mailed or delivered to City of Garland Purchasing, PO Box 469002 / 200 North Fifth Street, Second Floor, Garland, TX 75046. Facsimile or email proposals are not accepted.