Exhibit 1 - Agenda Information SheetCity of Denton
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AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET
DEPARTMENT: Procurement
ACM: Cassey Ogden
DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation,
authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with DNV GL Noble Denton USA, LLC, for the
development and implementation of Data Extraction Solution and the Annual Maintenance and Support of
Synergi Electric software for Denton Municipal Electric, which is the sole provider of this software, in
accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities
and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000,
shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an
effective date (File 8322 – awarded to DNV GL Noble Denton USA, LLC, in the two (2) year not-to-exceed
amount of $125,000.00).
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
This action supports Key Focus Area: Enhance Infrastructure and Mobility.
INFORMATION/BACKGROUND
Synergi Electric simulation software models and analyzes power distribution systems in a real-world
spatial environment in full detail from the substation to the customer. Synergi Electric software provides
DME Engineering the flexibility to model their power distribution systems over ten years down to the
second on radial, looped, and mesh network systems on multiple voltages and configurations. Synergi
requires electric asset (wire, cable, transformer, etc.) data for distribution system planning and analysis
from an electric Geographic Information System (GIS). Synergi cannot access asset data from GIS directly
because both systems retain and process data in different formats and require a data extraction/translator
tool for Synergi to understand GIS data. As DME is going through many technological initiatives,
including ESRI’s Geometric Network (GN) to Utility Network (UN) migration, there is a need for a new
data-prep/data-extraction tool for distribution system modeling and analysis to be developed that integrates
with this new environment. DNV, the developer of Synergi Electric software, has developed such a tool
for DME several times over the past 15 years. They are familiar with DME’s environment and have an in-
depth knowledge of DME’s electric distribution system. Since DNV owns and develops the Synergi
Electric software suite and has no distributors, it qualifies DNV as the sole source vendor of the Synergi
Electric software suite and associated integrations/solutions.
DNV has provided DME with excellent technical support, services, and integrated solutions that are
completed efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with all applicable requirements. DNV brings
excellent expertise and experience in software development to this project, making it the most appropriate
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vendor for developing data extraction tools, automation, and integrations. Their understanding of the
complex dynamics and challenges within utility networks and their technical proficiency position them as
industry leaders in distribution modeling software development and innovation.
Through DNV’s tailored solution, DME Engineering staff can perform the following tasks accurately and
efficiently.
1. Electric Distribution System Planning
2. Load Balance
3. Phase Balancing
4. Capacitor Placement Analysis
5. Conservation Voltage Reduction (CVR)
6. VVO (Conservation Voltage Reduction by Volt/VAR Optimization)
7. Transformer Loading analysis
8. Distributed Energy Resources Photovoltaic Analysis (DER PV) Analysis
9. Load Flow Analysis
i. (Balanced and by-phase load-flow analyses calculate current flows, voltage drops, losses,
and loading of lines, equipment, switches, and protective devices)
10. Load Forecasting
11. Fault and Protection Analysis
12. Electric System Coordination
13. Contingency Analysis
14. Distribution System Reliability Analysis
15. Distribution System Capacity Utilization Analysis
16. Power quality analysis
In conclusion, by selecting DNV as our partner for developing the data extraction tool for the distribution
system modeling, we are leveraging their expertise and experience in the energy sector. We are confident
that their innovative solutions, coupled with their comprehensive understanding of ESRI’s Utility
Network, will enable us to enhance our distribution operation’s efficiency, reliability, and resilience.
Section 252.022 of the Local Government Code provides that procurement of sole source commodities and
services are exempt from competitive bidding, if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (Council, Boards, Commissions)
This item will be presented to the Public Utilities Board (PUB) on February 26, 2024, retroactively, due to
the February 12, 2024 meeting not having a quorum.
RECOMMENDATION
Award with a contract to DNV GL Noble Denton USA, LLC, as a sole source supplier, for the development
and implementation of Data Extraction Solution and the Annual Maintenance and Support of Synergi
Electric software for Denton Municipal Electric, in a two (2) year amount not-to-exceed $125,000.
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS
DNV GL Noble Denton USA, LLC
Katy, TX
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
This is a two (2) year contract.
FISCAL INFORMATION
The services will be funded from DME’s account 605171500.1360.3980. Requisitions will be entered on
an as-needed basis. The budgeted amount for this item is $125,000.
EXHIBITS
Exhibit 1: Agenda Information Sheet
Exhibit 2: Ordinance and Contract
Respectfully submitted:
Lori Hewell, 940-349-7100
Purchasing Manager
For information concerning this acquisition, contact: Jerry Looper, 940-349-7676.
Legal point of contact: Marcella Lunn at 940-349-8333.