This is a contract for the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) network maintenance services, equipment, and security from Layer 3 Communications in an amount not to exceed $73,581.  As one of the most common industrial control systems, a SCADA system is of critical importance to the City. By allowing for the centralized monitoring of the larger water system such as wastewater treatment, stormwater, water treatment, lift stations, etc., SCADA systems streamline access and help ensure that everything is running as planned.The Department of Water Resources primarily uses this contract for hardware and software maintenance for designated SCADA equipment. These services are an integral part of the operations of the SCADA Data Center and all SCADA network locations in City facilities. The City spent $63,737.40 for SCADA equipment and services in 2021-22. This year's increase is due to more hardware. 

The purchase will be made through a cooperative purchasing agreement with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS). The contract was competitively bid by TIPS and awarded to Layer 3 Communications LLC. The contract expires on May 31, 2023. Cooperative purchasing is authorized as an appropriate procurement method in Division 10 Section 4-4152 of the City of Savannah’s purchasing ordinance. Terms: Net 30 days. Delivery: As requested.

The vendor is:

C.C. Layer 3 Communications (7001 Chatham Center Dr #1800, Savannah, GA)^(B)        $73,581

A pre-proposal meeting was not conducted as the services are being procured through the use of a TIPS cooperative contract. (B) Indicates local, non-DBE-owned business.

Approval