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Implementation Plan UtiliWorks will collaborate with the City's team to develop the recommended implementation strategy for AMI and related programs. In general, our methodology divides the project work into specific phases, each with its own measurable outcome which builds from the previous phase. This roadmap represents a long-term plan to illustrate how various deployments can take place, and it will serve to memorialize the recommendations and decisions made regarding the areas of concern as outlined by the City (smart metering technology, data collection network, communication method, system head -end control computer and software, meter data management software, endpoint installation, hosting, staffing consideration for smart metering technologies, schedule, preparation of documents, and installation/implementation period project management. UtiliWorks will consider budget cycles and cost requirements, resource allocation, training requirements, workflow development, infrastructure requirements, and system integration in determining the implementation roadmap. The plan will include a recommended schedule for inclusion in the RFP, which accounts for full meter replacement and endpoint installation. Deliverables: Implementation Plan Staffing Plan Udifflorks will work with City's PM and stakeholder committee to develop a proposed project staffing plan that will include identification of the project Steering Committee, proposal response Evaluation Team, the Core Project Team, and SMEs that will continue to contribute throughout the life of the project. UtiliWorks will provide an expected time commitment for each, depending on roles and responsibilities. As part of this effort, UtiliWorks will work with the City to determine and anticipate potential temporary and permanent positions that may be required during and post -deployment. The staffing plan will also provide a guide for converting the current Meter Shop and Billing positions into new, post -deployment positions and assist with the development of new job descriptions, retraining methodology, etc. Deliverables: Staffing Plan, Draft Job Descriptions RFP Development UtiliWorks will prepare the solicitation documents (RFP and attachments) with the intent to provide the vendor community with the essential information to prepare a robust response that is tailored to the procurement strategy at the City. UtiliWorks will incorporate the scope of work into the City's standard RFP boilerplate and review with the City team (including purchasing and legal) to ensure that all requirements are accurately reflected. It is anticipated that there will be several iterations for the RFP draft creation and the RFP draft review until we reach to the point where the RFP is complete and acceptable for publication. UtiliWorks will also compile a comprehensive list of potential proposers (which may or may not include: Communications/ Network, AMI, MDMS, Meters/Materials, Installation) that would represent viable options to satisfy the goals and requirements of the City. Deliverables: Publish -ready RFP, Vendor List and Contact Information 151Page Page 23 23 of 69 26A619%