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Intergovernmental Agreement with Arkansas River Power Authority (ARPA)
Presenter:
Travas Deal, Chief Executive Officer, Colorado Springs Utilities
Mike Francolino, Chief Customer and Enterprise Services Officer, Colorado Springs Utilities
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Summary:
As part of our ongoing commitment to the Arkansas Valley, we are establishing a regional partnership through an intergovernmental agreement between Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) and Arkansas River Power Authority (ARPA), representing its Members. This partnership is designed to leverage CSU purchasing power to achieve meaningful cost savings in the range of 10% to 15% on materials and supplies, while streamlining procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency and better serve our communities.
Background:
We currently do not have this type of agreement in place with ARPA. Entering into this agreement will allow them the opportunity to acquire materials and supplies at improved pricing and better lead times. Helping them to mitigate disruptions to operations.
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