Specifications include, but are not limited to: (1) AMI System which includes the supply of water meters, registers, lids, endpoints, AMI network infrastructure and installation of AMI network infrastructure. (2) Meter Data Management System deployment and integration. (3) Installation services for water meters (replacement and retrofit), endpoints installation, and meter box lids replacement. • The City is seeking “tried-and-true” proven technology. The City is not looking to implement “bleeding edge” technology. • The City prefers a ‘hosted’ AMI Head-End with a ‘hosted’ MDMS, however option for onpremise solutions should be presented in the SOQ if available. • Proposers shall explain their approach to communications system redundancy in the event of an AMI network outage. • Proposers shall explain their approach to adhere to security best practices (cybersecurity, data privacy, etc.). • The City prefers the AMI Proposer to provide backhaul via available cellular network from DCUs provided by the Proposer. • Enhance customer service • Reduce water consumption, increase water conservation and water-use efficiency. • Implement features including but not limited to: 1. Timely leak detection 2. Providing customers with near real-time water consumption data 3. Customizable alerts to customers and the City staff to identify abnormal water use and proactively resolve potential issues (detecting leaks, vacant consumption, etc.)