GP&L System Planning Tool

The City of Garland is soliciting proposals for a modern System Planning Tool for GP&L to perform engineering analyses, including load growth, capacity planning, protection coordination, and the integration of Distributed Energy Resources such as solar and battery storage. The selected solution must either replace the existing DNV Synergi Electric platform or integrate with the Esri ArcGIS Utility Network, which serves as the authoritative system of record. Key deliverables include SCADA system integration via API or MultiSpeak, comprehensive training for engineers and IT personnel, and detailed technical documentation. The project is expected to be implemented within six to eight months from kickoff. This is a Best Value award based on a weighted evaluation where the technical approach accounts for 40% and cost accounts for 15% of the score. Proposals must be submitted via the Ion Wave portal, with a question deadline of December 8, 2026, and a response deadline of December 15, 2026. The contract requires adherence to strict cybersecurity best practices, ADA compliance, and the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Pricing must be itemized as one-time or recurring costs using the provided pricing worksheet. All goods must be delivered F.O.B. Destination and are subject to inspection and acceptance by the City.