Council Weighs New Electric Software Purchase

The Newton City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of additional software for the Electric Department's Fast Forward Switching Program, with a $20,000 installation cost and a $1,000 annual fee. The acquisition is recommended by the Electric Committee to enhance electric system operations.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

$20,000 installation cost and $1,000 annual fee

Contract type

TECHNOLOGY

Contract term

Annual fee of $1,000 after installation

Renewal

Annual software fee of $1,000 indicates a recurring subscription that may renew each year unless canceled; specific renewal terms are not detailed.

Document type

Agenda

Source document

City of Newton Agenda 2026-08-04

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this contract, answered from the record.

Who was awarded the technology contract by Town of Newton?

Fast Forward Switching Program was awarded this technology contract by Town of Newton, as recorded on August 3, 2026. The contract value is $20,000 installation cost and $1,000 annual fee.

How much is the Fast Forward Switching Program contract with Town of Newton worth?

The Fast Forward Switching Program contract with Town of Newton is valued at $20,000 installation cost and $1,000 annual fee, covering technology work.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Technology contract, documented as a agenda record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in City of Newton Agenda 2026-08-04 (Agenda), dated August 3, 2026 from Town of Newton. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

What other contracts does Fast Forward Switching Program hold?

Fast Forward Switching Program may hold additional government contracts. View their full contract history, the agencies they serve, and total tracked spend on their Civic IQ vendor profile.

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What is Town of Newton currently buying?

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