Electric Meters with Factory-Installed Tantalus Communication Modules

The City of Gallup is seeking to procure electric meters equipped with factory-installed Tantalus communication modules and the necessary software to support its ongoing efforts to standardize and upgrade its metering infrastructure. The contract is designed as an indefinite quantity arrangement, allowing the city to place orders as needed over a period of up to four years, with the total contract value estimated between $500,000 and $2,000,000. The procurement emphasizes that the Tantalus equipment is mandatory, and substitutes will not be accepted, ensuring consistency across the city's metering systems. The units will be added to the city's warehouse stock to meet both current and future deployment requirements, with actual purchase quantities varying based on the city's needs. This solicitation, identified as ITB-2602, was posted on August 8, 2025, with a response deadline of August 28, 2025. The project falls under NAICS code 334512, which pertains to electronic and electric equipment manufacturing, and is managed by the New Mexico State and Local Government entity. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Frances Rodriguez, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The contract aims to establish consistent pricing and supply arrangements to support the city's infrastructure modernization efforts, ensuring reliable metering technology for both immediate and future needs.