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project. Our team also has a robust pricing database which further assists in developing estimates and negotiating the most favorable terms possible for our utility clients. highly -focused compan y ms aec„its this Market Space. We are a smaller, P Y with subject matter experts who have deep roots in the AMI market. Being a smaller consulting firm focused on AMI, we typically have a lower cost compared to large multi -national engineering firms. We wilt provide the City and its members full access to our senior staff and executives, We have excellent client references from utilities who desire a more agile organization with a tailored delivery strategy. Our team is known for our "hands-on" experience with technology, vendors, and owners in both pilot and full deployment environments. You will see evidence of our work with virtually all the leading vendors in this space. We believe our team has more true deployment experience (versus theoretical understanding) than any other consulting firm in this sector, Our references are the best way to confirm this. lndustryRecognition: Our staff have worked on many advanced metering engagements on behalf of utility clients over the past 13 years, and we are very familiar with utility operations across all functional areas. By utilizing a strategic approach which includes public outreach and benefits verification, we have assisted our clients in receiving industry accolades. These include: a. Orangeburg Department of Public Utilities, SC ("Best Smart Infrastructure Project of the Year", CS Week 2015) b. Albuquerque Bernatitto County Water Utility Authority, NM ("Best Smart Infrastructure Project", CS Week 2013) c. City of Ruston, LA ("Smart Grid Project of the Year", Utility Automation and Engineering TED Magazine, 2010) d. City of San Marcos, TX ("Best Smart Infrastructure/Grid Project", CS Week 2010 and "AMI Project of the Year", Distribu7ECH 2O09) Many of our clients have been featured in both international trade journals and local newspapers based on the success of their automated metering projects. We are very proud of our clients" accomplishments and wit[ always seek to gain them the recognition they deserve. We are very excited about the opportunity to work with the City, We think you wit[ find that our firm"s personnel and experience exceed all minimum consultant requirements as listed in the RFP. We are confident that our team will connect with the City of Santa Ana in a cost- effective way that will yield great results. Respectfully submitted, Kody Salem Principal UtiliWorks Consulting, LLC ksatem@utiliworks.com 2351 Energy Drive Suite 1010 Baton Rouge, LA 70808 P (615) 375-6396 F (225) 612-6404 3lpage City Council 18 — 13 11/21/2023