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Home My WebLink AboutADDENDUM 1 - RFP - P625 SURGE SUPPRESSORSAdministrative Services Purchasing Division City of Fort Collins CITY OF FORT COLLINS ADDENDUM No. 1 May 2, 1997 SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS Description of RFP P-625 Surge Suppressors OPENING DATE: May 5, 1997 To all prospective bidders under the specifications and contract documents described above, the following changes are hereby made. Opening Date has been changed to May 12, 1997, 3:00p.m. (Our Clock) Please direct any questions to Opal Dick, CPPO, Senior Buyer, 970-221-6778. RECEIPT OF THIS ADDENDUM MUST BE ACKNOWLEDGED BY A WRITTEN STATEMENT ENCLOSED WITH THE BID/QUOTE STATING THAT THIS ADDENDUM HAS BEEN RECEIVED. 256 W. Mountain Avenue • P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (970) 221-6775 • FAX (970) 221-6707 QUANTITIES AND LENGTH OF AGREEMENT It is intended that this agreement will be in effect for five years. The City of Fort Collins Light and Power Utility will issue a one year contract with an option to renew for four (4) additional years. Contract terms will be extended based on satisfactory vendor performance and negotiation of contract amendments. The initial order will be for 50 of each device with quantities and timing of succeeding orders dependent on the success of the program. 2 PERFORMANCE DATA FORM METER -BASED TVSS DEVICES This performance data sheet is intended to be only a portion of your submittal. A diskette with the information is included for your convenience. Manufacturer and Model Circuit Description Nominal Line Voltage Maximum Continuous Line Current Max. Continuous Operating Voltage Connection Means Protection Modes L-N, L-G, N-G Maximum Surge Current (Single pulse, 8X20ps, Mode, Data obtained form actual tests Clamping Voltage during Maximum Surge Current V peak measured Clamping Voltage (Data taken at 90 degrees phase angle of power frequency voltage, positive polarity only, applicable sure current EMI-RFI Noise Rejection dB Safety Approvals (Agency, Standard, File UL 1449 Safety (Surge Protection) Rating volts Peak L-N/L-G/N-G Energy Dissipation 10X1000 s, Joules Response Time (Nanoseconds) Application Environment (C62.41 A, B, C) Catastrophic Surge Circuit Provided Yes/No, describe Thermal Fuse Provided (Yes/No, describe) Indication Provided (Yes/No, describe) PERFORMANCE DATA FORM PLUG-IN TVSS DEVICES This performance data sheet is intended to be only a portion of your submittal. A diskette with the information is included for your convenience. Plug in power strips shall include six MOV protected AC receptacles, two protected modular phone jacks, and one protected CAN coaxial interface. Strips shall have a six foot power cord; master on/off switch; and "Ground OK" and "Line Fault" diagnostics with lights. Devices meets or exceeds the requirements stated. Yes No List exceptions. AC CIRCUIT SPECIFICATIONS Manufacturer and Model Circuit Description Nominal Line Voltage Maximum Continuous Line Current Max. Continuous Operating Voltage Connection Means Protection Modes L-N, L-G, N-G Maximum Surge Current (Single pulse, 8X20ps, Mode, Data obtained form actual tests Clamping Voltage during Maximum Surge Current V peak measured Clamping Voltage (Data taken at 90 degrees phase angle of power frequency voltage, positive polarity only, applicable sure current EMI-RFI Noise Rejection dB Safety Approvals (Agency, Standard, File UL 1449 Safety (Surge Protection) Rating volts Peak L-N/L-G/N-G Energy Dissipation 10X1000 s, Joules Response Time Nanoseconds Application Environment C62.41 A, B, C Catastrophic Surge Circuit Provided (Yes/No, describe Thermal Fuse Provided (Yes/No, describe) Indication Provided (Yes/No, describe) TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Connector Type Clamping Voltage Capacitance Suppression Modes Protected Pins TEL/l TEL/2 Describe Provisions for Catastrophic Surge Protection. COAXIAL CIRCUIT SPECIFICATIONS (ANT/CATV) Connector Type Clamping Voltage Insertion Loss dB The City of Fort Collins Light and Power Utility is planning to offer its residential and small commercial customers a surge protection package. The package will include meter -based surge suppressors, point of use plug-in surge suppressors and a downline warranty. The City of Fort Collins Light and Power Utility is requesting proposals for this package. Proposals will only be considered if all elements of this surge suppression package are included. The City of Fort Collins Light and Power Utility reserves the right to award this as a total package or to award on an individual item basis. Proposals shall specifically address warranty information including: The surge suppression equipment warranty The downline warranty covering customer equipment damaged as a result of a faulty or malfunctioning surge suppressor How these warranties will be administered Proposals shall also address what marketing tools will be provided by the vendor. Proposed equipment shall meet or exceed the following specifications: I. Meter -Based service entrance TVSS devices A. Surge Protection Specifications 1) Service Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC Single Phase 2) Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage: No less than 145 volts rms phase to ground 3) Frequency: 60 HZ 4) Protection Modes: Each phase to neutral/ground 5) Peak Surge Current Minimum: 57,000 amps of a standard 8 µs x 20 µs pulse per phase. ANSI C62.41 1990 - Section 5.3.2 ANSI C62.41 1991 - Section 6.2.5 ANSI C62.11 - Section 12.2.1 No single component shall be allowed within the surge path that cannot meet this requirement. 6) Clamping Voltage: No greater than 240 volts (initial clamping 218 volts) (UL 1449) 7) Active Elements: Twin 40 mm distribution grade or larger Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV) 8) Encapsulation: None allowed 9) Fusing: Customer balanced and isolated from MOVs for safety. Fuses shall be series connected to safely disconnect all MOV components from the service given a 10.000 amp upstream service capability. 10) Fusing Safety Action: Fuses shall remove power from MOVs in such a manner as to prevent fire, excessive smoking or thermal runaway. 11) Resetting: Automatic, no interruption of service. 12) MOV Connection: Load side 13) Grounding Means (Surge Circuit Only): Three point utilizing two ground ears with a redundant minimum 14 gauge maximum 10 gauge 600V flexible stranded, green ground "pigtail" (NEC 280-21). Wire is fully tinned with proper connecting termination means on each end and as short as possible. 14) Humidity Withstand/Salt Spray. 0-95% non -condensing (ASTM 6117) 15) Applicable Protection Standards: UL 1449 (Category A & B interior device clamping voltages) ANSI C62.41 (IEEE 587 Category A, B and C) ANSI C62.11 (Arrestors) NEC 280 (Grounding) ASTM B117 (Salt Spray) B. Circuit Status Indication Lights - Indication Method shall status all MOVs - Circuit board meets MIL Spec 1-46058C for coating after assembly. - High intensity red LED lights shall be "Front of Wave" surge protected and visible in broad daylight in excess of 100 yards. - All components shall be over -rated for application thus ensuring longest possible component life. - Light status board shall be field replaceable independent of MOV circuit. - Surge withstand in excess of 20,000 amps. C. Container Mechanical Specifications: 1) Meter Extension container shall be UL listed for no less than 185 amps continuous load. 2) Container Material. - Polycarbonate with 10% fiberglass and UV inhibitors (ASTM G53-84) - Impact resistance in excess of 220 ft. lbs. (must survive a four foot drop of a 20 lb. test (tup) with no housing breakage) ANSUNEMA TC8-1978, ASTM D2444 and UL 746C Para 19 - Tensile Modules greater than 345,000 PSI - Corrosion meets ASTM 13117 - Flammability meets ASTM D1929 and UL 746C - Dimensions shall conform precisely to ANSI C12.10 (Jaw alignment thru base plate) ANSI C12.7 (Meter mounting flange) AEIC-EEI-NEMA 1975 MSJ-7, 10 figure 3 (Meter Socket Standards) - Device design must accommodate both ringless and ring type meter enclosures 3) Buss Stabs: - Buss stabs shall be UL tested and listed at no less than 185 amps continuous load. For proper alignment, buss configuration shall conform precisely to UL 414 15.2 and 15.3 (stab material, fabrication, design, plating and insertion force). - Container shall accept 5th buss stab with redundant ground lead. - Container shall be fully compatible with form 2S residential meter sockets. 4) Other. - All external metal (or metal coated plastic), shall be bonded to ground (UL 414) NEC 280. 5) Applicable Container Standards: ASTM G53-84 (UV Stability) ANSUNEMA TC8-1978 (Impact Resistance) ASTM D2444 (Impact Resistance) UL 746C Para 19 (Impact Resistance) ASTM D1929 (Flame Resistance) UL 746C (Flame Resistance) ANSI C12.10 (Jaw Alignment) ANSI C12.7 (Dimensions, overall) AEIC-EEI-NEMA 1975 MSJ-7, 10 Fig.3 (Meter Socket Stds) UL 414 15.2, 15.3 (Buss stab material, design and plating) UL 414 (Meter cans general) D. Other 1) Device shall display appropriate warning and anti -tampering labels. 2) Each unit shall be factory tested for proper leakage current, clamping voltage, clamping wave shape, MOV overshoot, peak clamping, and dead shorts. In addition each unit shall be tested with an applied 120 volt source to ensure proper operation. II. Point of use Plug-in TVSS devices Plug in power strips shall include six MOV protected AC receptacles, two protected modular phone jacks, and one protected CAN coaxial interface. Strips shall have a six foot power cord; master on/off switch; and "Ground OK" and "Line Fault" diagnostics with lights. The units shall meet or exceed the following requirements: AC CIRCUIT SPECIFICATIONS Line Voltage 120 VAC 60 Hz Maximum Continuous Current 15 Amperes (1800 Watts) Max. Continuous Operating Voltage Not less than 135 Volts Protection Modes L-N, L-G, N-G IEEE C62.41 A&B Clamping Level 200 Volts Max. UL 1449 Surge Protection Rating 330, 330, 330 Volts (L-N, L-G, N-G) EMI/RFI Noise Filtration 50 dB (99.7%) from 100kHz to 1 mHz Response Time Instantaneous, <1 Nanosecond Energy Dissipation 672 Joules Peak Impulse Current 40,000 Amperes Catastrophic Surge Circuit Shuts off power automatically, preventing damage from massive surges, even lightning Thermal Fuse In the event of an extended overvoltage, shuts off power connected equipment, preventing damage TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Connection RJ-11/45 Modular Jacks Clamping Level 240 Volts: TEL/1. TEL/2 Capacitance 50pf (approx.) Suppression Modes Metallic and Longitudinal TEL/1 2 Wire/1 pair (pins 4,5) TEL/2 4 Wire/2 pair (pins 3,4,5,6) Fuseless Automatically disconnects from the telephone line under surge and sneak current conditions. Automatically reconnects after the fault condition is no longer present. COAXIAL CIRCUIT SPECIFICATION (ANT/CAN) Connection Female "F" Connectors Clamping Level 0.7 Volts: ANT/CATV Insertion Loss <3 dB: ANT/CAN City of Fort Collins Adm__:strative Services Purchasing Division REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CITY OF FORT COLLINS SURGE SUPPRESSORS PROPOSAL NO. P-625 PROPOSAL DATE: 3:00 p.m. (Our clock) MAY 511997 256 W. Mountain Avenue - P.O. Box 580 - Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 - (970) 221-6775 - FAX (970) 221-6707 RATING CRITERIA Firms will be evaluated on the following criteria. These criteria will be the basis for the review of the written proposals. The City of Fort Collins Light and Power Utility may elect to conduct interviews. The rating scale will be from 1 to 5, with 1 being a poor rating, 3 being an average rating, and 5 being an outstanding rating. WEIGHTING QUALIFICATION STANDARD FACTOR 2.0 Scope of Proposal and Interest Understanding of Utility needs. Responsiveness of proposal and motivation. 5.0 Equipment Capability Features of equipment. Can the equipment provide the required services? Additional value added functions of proposed equipment. Compatibility. 3.0 Reliability Life Expectancy, Product Warranty, Replacement and service. 3.0 Manufacturer/Distributor Support capabilities of firm(s), Capability Adequate personnel, plant capacity, fiscal condition, customer protection warranty. 5.0 Cost Reasonable cost for functions provided. Is cost commensurate with value of functions and quality? 2.0 Delivery Availability of suppressors. Can orders be filled in acceptable time frame? Availability of future stock. REFERENCES: The Team Leader will check references of the highest ranked proposer with a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory evaluation being indicated, SAMPLES REQUIRED Samples of each device will be required prior to award. Samples may not be returned. QUANTITIES AND LENGTH OF AGREEMENT It is intended that this agreement will be in effect for five years. The City of Fort Collins Light and Power Utility will issue a one year contract with an option to renew for four (4) additional years. Contract terms will be extended based on satisfactory vendor performance and negotiation of contract amendments. The initial order will be for 50 of each device with quantities and timing of succeeding orders dependent on the success of the program. PERFORMANCE DATA FORM METER -BASED TVSS DEVICES This performance data sheet is intended to be only a portion of your submittal. A diskette with the information is included for your convenience. Manufacturer and Model Circuit Description Nominal Line Voltage Maximum Continuous Line Current Max. Continuous Operating Voltage Connection Means Protection Modes (L-N, L-G, N-G) Maximum Surge Current (Single pulse, 8X200, Mode, Data obtained form actual tests) Clamping Voltage during Maximum Surge Current (V peak measured) Clamping Voltage (Data taken at 90 degrees phase angle of power frequency voltage, positive polarity only, applicable surge current) EMI-RFI Noise Rejection dB Safety Approvals (Agency, Standard, File UL 1449 Safety (Surge Protection) Rating volts Peak L-N/L-G/N-G Energy Dissipation 10X1000 s, Joules Response Time (Nanoseconds) Application Environment (C62.41 A, B, C) Catastrophic Surge Circuit Provided (Yes/No, describe) Thermal Fuse Provided (Yes/No, describe) Indication Provided (Yes/No, describe) PERFORMANCE DATA FORM PLUG-IN TVSS DEVICES This performance data sheet is intended to be only a portion of your submittal. A diskette with the information is included for your convenience. Plug in power strips shall include six MOV protected AC receptacles, two protected modular phone jacks, and one protected CATV coaxial interface. Strips shall have a six foot power cord; master on/off switch; and "Ground OW and "Line Fault" diagnostics with lights. Devices meets or exceeds the requirements stated. Yes No List exceptions. AC CIRCUIT SPECIFICATIONS Manufacturer and Model Circuit Description Nominal Line Voltage Maximum Continuous Line Current Max. Continuous Operating Voltage Connection Means Protection Modes (L-N, L-G, N-G) Maximum Surge Current (Single pulse, 8X20µs, Mode, Data obtained form actual tests) Clamping Voltage during Maximum Surge Current (V peak measured) Clamping Voltage (Data taken at 90 degrees phase angle of power frequency voltage, positive polarity only, applicable sure current) EMI-RFI Noise Rejection dB Safety Approvals (Agency, Standard, File) UL 1449 Safety (Surge Protection) Rating (volts Peak L-N/L-G/N-G) Energy Dissipation (tox1000, Joules) Response Time (Nanoseconds) Application Environment (C62.41 A, B, C) Catastrophic Surge Circuit Provided (Yes/No, describe) Thermal Fuse Provided (Yes/No, describe) Indication Provided (Yes/No, describe) No Text TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS i Connector Type Clamping Voltage Capacitance Suppression Modes Protected Pins TEW :. TEL/2 ..................... -.............------------ ..._........---- ------ .............. - ........ Describe Provisions for Catastrophic --------- ........------- ..........--------- ........ ------------------------- Surge Protection. COAXIAL CIRCUIT SPECIFICATIONS ANT/CAN Connector Type Clamping Voltage Insertion Loss dB REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CITY OF FORT COLLINS SURGE SUPPRESSORS PROPOSAL NO. P-625 The City of Fort Collins is planning to offer its residential and small commercial customers a surge protection package. The package will include meter -based surge suppressors, point of use plug-in surge suppressors and a downline warranty. Proposals will only be considered if all elements of this surge suppression package are included on an individual item basis. The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to award this as a total package or to award on an individual item basis. Written proposals, five (5) will be received at the City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division, 256 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado 80521. Proposals will be received before 3:00 p.m. (our clock), May 5, 1997 Proposal No. P-625. Questions concerning the scope of the project should be directed to the Project Manager, Tim Sagan, (970) 221-6700. Questions regarding proposals submittal or process should be directed to Opal F. Dick, CPPO, Senior Buyer (970) 221-6775. Sales prohibited/conflict of interest: No officer, employee, or their dependent or person residing in and sharing the expenses of their household, shall have a financial interest in the sale to the City of any real or personal property, equipment, material, supplies, or services. This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. This shall not apply to members of any authority, board, committee or commission of the City, other than the members of the City Council. Soliciting or accepting any gift, gratuity favor, entertainment, kick -back or any items of monetary value from any person who has or is seeking to do business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited. Any vendor knowing of this type of activity is encouraged to report in confidence to the Director of Purchasing and Risk Management, Director of Finance, City Attorney or City Manager so the matter can be dealt with. Collusive or sham proposals: Any proposal deemed to be collusive or a sham proposal will be rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this proposal assures that such proposal is genuine and is not a collusive or sham proposal. The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities or informalities. Sincerely, Ja es B. O'Neill II, CPPO actor of Purchasing & Risk Management 1 The City of Fort Collins is planning to offer its residential and small commercial customers a surge protection package. The package will include meter -based surge suppressors, point of use plug-in surge suppressors and a downline warranty. The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals for this package. Proposals will only be considered if all elements of this surge suppression package are included. The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to award this as a total package or to award on an individual item basis. Proposals shall specifically address warranty information including: The surge suppression equipment warranty The downline warranty covering customer equipment damaged as a result of a faulty or malfunctioning surge suppressor How these warranties will be administered Proposals shall also address what marketing tools will be provided by the vendor. Proposed equipment shall meet or exceed the following specifications: I. Meter -Based service entrance TVSS devices A. Surge Protection Specifications 1) Service Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC Single Phase 2) Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage: No less than 145 volts rms phase to ground 3) Frequency: 60 HZ 4) Protection Modes: Each phase to neutral/ground 5) Peak Surge Current Minimum: 57,000 amps of a standard 8 ps x 20 ps pulse per phase. ANSI C62.41 1990 - Section 5.3.2 ANSI C62.41 1991 - Section 6.2.5 ANSI C62.11 - Section 12.2.1 No single component shall be allowed within the surge path that cannot meet this requirement. 6) Clamping Voltage: No greater than 240 volts (initial clamping 218 volts) (UL 1449) 7) Active Elements: 2 7) Active Elements: Twin 40 mm distribution grade or larger Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV) 8) Encapsulation: None allowed 9) Fusing: Customer balanced and isolated from MOVs for safety. Fuses shall be series connected to safely disconnect Mfl MOV components from the service given a 10.000 amp upstream service capability. 10) Fusing Safety Action: Fuses shall remove power from MOVs in such a manner as to prevent fire, excessive smoking or thermal runaway. 11) Resetting: Automatic, no interruption of service. 12) MOV Connection: Load side 13) Grounding Means (Surge Circuit Only): Three point utilizing two ground ears with a redundant minimum 14 gauge maximum 10 gauge 600V flexible stranded, green ground "pigtail' (NEC 280- 21). Wire is fully tinned with proper connecting termination means on each end and as short as possible. 14) Humidity Withstand/Salt Spray: 0-95% non -condensing (ASTM B117) 15) Applicable Protection Standards: UL 1449 (Category A & B interior device clamping voltages) ANSI C62.41 (IEEE 587 Category A, B and C) ANSI C62.11 (Arrestors) NEC 280 (Grounding) ASTM B117 (Salt Spray) B. Circuit Status Indication Lights - Indication Method shall status all MOVs - Circuit board meets MIL Spec 1-46058C for coating after assembly. - High intensity red LED lights shall be "Front of Wave" surge protected and visible in broad daylight in excess of 100 yards. - All components shall be over -rated for application thus ensuring longest possible component life. - Light status board shall be field replaceable independent of MOV circuit. - Surge withstand in excess of 20,000 amps. KI C. Container Mechanical Specifications: 1) Meter Extension container shall be UL listed for no less than 185 amps continuous load. 2) Container Material. - Polycarbonate with 10% fiberglass and UV inhibitors (ASTM G53-84) - Impact resistance in excess of 220 ft. lbs. (must survive a four foot drop of a 20 lb. test (tup) with no housing breakage) ANSI/NEMA TC8-1978, ASTM D2444 and UL 746C Para 19 - Tensile Modules greater than 345,000 PSI - Corrosion meets ASTM B117 - Flammability meets ASTM D1929 and UL 746C - Dimensions shall conform precisely to ANSI C12.10 (Jaw alignment thru base plate) ANSI C12.7 (Meter mounting flange) AEIC-EEI-NEMA 1975 MSJ-7, 10 figure 3 (Meter Socket Standards) - Device design must accommodate both ringless and ring type meter enclosures 3) Buss Stabs: Buss stabs shall be UL tested and listed at no less than 185 amps continuous load. For proper alignment, buss configuration shall conform preciselyto UL 414 15.2 and 15.3 (stab material, fabrication, design, plating and insertion force). Container shall accept 5th buss stab with redundant ground lead. Container shall be fully compatible with form 2S residential meter sockets. 4) Other. All external metal (or metal coated plastic), shall be bonded to ground (UL 414) NEC 280. 5) Applicable Container Standards: ASTM G53-84 (UV Stability) ANSI/NEMA TC8-1978 (Impact Resistance) ASTM D2444 (Impact Resistance) UL 746C Para 19 (Impact Resistance) ASTM D1929 (Flame Resistance) UL 746C (Flame Resistance) ANSI C12.10 (Jaw Alignment) ANSI C12.7 (Dimensions, overall) AEIC-EEI-NEMA 1975 MSJ-7, 10 Fig.3 (Meter Socket Stds) UL 414 15.2, 15.3 (Buss stab material, design and plating) UL 414 (Meter cans general) 4 E � 1) Device shall display appropriate warning and anti -tampering labels. 2) Each unit shall be factory tested for proper leakage current, clamping voltage, clamping wave shape, MOV overshoot, peak clamping, and dead shorts. In addition each unit shall be tested with an applied 120 volt source to ensure proper operation. It. Point of use Plug-in TVSS devices Plug in power strips shall include six MOV protected AC receptacles, two protected modular phone jacks, and one protected CATV coaxial interface. Strips shall have a six foot power cord; master on/off switch; and "Ground OK" and "Line Fault' diagnostics with lights. The units shall meet or exceed the following requirements: AC CIRCUIT SPECIFICATIONS Line Voltage 120 VAC 60 Hz Maximum Continuous Current 15 Amperes (1800 Watts) Max. Continuous Operating Voltage Not less than 135 Volts Protection Modes L-N, L-G, N-G IEEE C62.41 A&B Clamping Level 200 Volts Max. UL 1449 Surge Protection Rating 330, 330, 330 Volts (L-N, L-G, N-G) EMI/RFI Noise Filtration 50 dB (99.7%) from 100kHz to 1mHz Response Time Instantaneous, <1 Nanosecond Energy Dissipation 672 Joules Peak Impulse Current 40,000 Amperes Catastrophic Surge Circuit Shuts off power automatically, preventing damage from massive surges, even lightning Thermal Fuse In the event of an extended overvoltage, shuts off power connected equipment, preventing damage TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Connection RJ-11/45 Modular Jacks Clamping Level 240 Volts: TEL/1, TEL/2 Capacitance 50pf (approx.) Suppression Modes Metallic and Longitudinal TEL/1 2 Wire/1 pair (pins 4,5) TEL/2 4 Wire/2 pair (pins 3,4,5,6) Fuseless Automatically disconnects from the telephone line under surge and sneak current conditions. Automatically reconnects after the fault condition is no longer present. COAXIAL CIRCUIT SPECIFICATION (ANT/CATV) Connection Female "F" Connectors Clamping Level 0.7 Volts: ANT/CAN Insertion Loss <3 dB: ANT/CATV RATING CRITERIA Firms will be evaluated on the following criteria. These criteria will be the basis for the review of the written proposals. The City of Fort Collins may elect to conduct interviews. The rating scale will be from 1 to 5, with 1 being a poor rating, 3 being an average rating, and 5 being an outstanding rating. WEIGHTING QUALIFICATION STANDARD FACTOR 2.0 Scope of Proposal and Interest Understanding of Utility needs. Responsiveness of proposal and motivation. 5.0 Equipment Capability Features of equipment. Can the equipment provide the required services? Additional value added functions of proposed equipment. Compatibility. 3.0 Reliability Life Expectancy, Product Warranty, Replacement and service. 3.0 Manufacturer/Distributor Capability Support capabilities of firm(s), Adequate personnel, plant capacity, fiscal condition, customer protection warranty. 5.0 Cost Reasonable cost for functions provided. Is cost commensurate with value of functions and quality? 2.0 Delivery Availability of suppressors. Can orders be filled in acceptable time frame? Availability of future stock. REFERENCES: The Team Leader will check references of the highest ranked proposer with a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory evaluation being indicated, SAMPLES REQUIRED Samples of each device will be required prior to award. Samples may not be returned. 01