Request for proposal

Evergy Seeks to Add Generation Resources

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Today, Evergy issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for generation resources to serve its customers.

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  • Today, Evergy issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for generation resources to serve its customers.
  • The all-source RFP solicits bids for Evergy’s purchase or contracting of up to 1,240 megawatts (MW) of energy resources that will be in service by 2026.
  • Over the next 10 years, Evergy plans to add more than 3,500 MW of renewable energy and retire more than 1,900 MW of coal-based fossil generation.
  • Projects selected through this RFP would fulfill plans to add up to 1,240 MW of renewable generation by 2026.

MTF Biologics Awards 2022 Extramural Research Grants

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

MTF Biologics , a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by advancing tissue and organ donation, transplantation, and research, has awarded more than $850,000 in funding to seven researchers across the nation through its 2022 Extramural Research Grants Program .

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  • MTF Biologics , a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by advancing tissue and organ donation, transplantation, and research, has awarded more than $850,000 in funding to seven researchers across the nation through its 2022 Extramural Research Grants Program .
  • “We are so pleased that, even in the face of global economic uncertainty and ongoing challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, MTF Biologics is able to continue giving back to the scientific and patient community through our Extramural Research Grants Program,” said Joe Yaccarino, president and CEO of MTF Biologics.
  • It is our hope that these studies will provide novel allograft-based options for a variety of clinical conditions.”
    2022 MTF Biologics Research Grants were awarded to the following:
    MTF BIOLOGICS EXTRAMURAL RESEARCH GRANT – ESTABLISHED INVESTIGATOR:
    MTF BIOLOGICS EXTRAMURAL RESEARCH GRANT– JUNIOR INVESTIGATOR:
    Mark Haber, M.D., Southern Orthopedics (Australia) “Allograft Augmentation of Irreparable Supraspinatus Tendon Tears: An Evaluation of Graft Healing Rate and Vascularity with Ultrasound And MRI, And Clinical Outcomes”)
    Meghan McCullough, M.D., Cedars Sinai Hospital “Use of allograft adipose matrix for small joint arthritis of the hand.
  • “We received many high quality grant proposals this year,” said Jeffrey Cartmell, Ph.D., director, Intellectual Property & Grants at MTF Biologics.

CPS ENERGY RELEASES RFP FOR ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLAN INITIATIVE

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CPS Energy, the largest municipally owned, fully-integrated electric and natural gas utility in the United States, formally launched a Request for Proposals (RFP) as the company seeks new technology platforms to better serve customers and employees. The RFP seeks vendor(s) to replace its current company-wide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software platforms, including Software as a Service (SaaS) offerings.

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  • The RFP seeks vendor(s) to replace its current company-wide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software platforms, including Software as a Service (SaaS) offerings.
  • CPS Energy's technology strategy will accommodate projected community and customer growth for both Greater San Antonio and the utility while minimizing risk, cost, and disruption to business operations.
  • "We are embarking on a company-wide transformation that will build the CPS Energy of tomorrow.
  • Click here to view the RFP posted on the CPS Energy website under View Active Bid Opportunities.

Globality Wins “Best Use of Natural Language Processing” at 2022 Global Excellence Awards

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Globality , the leader in using artificial intelligence and natural language processing (NLP) to transform the procurement function, today announced it has been named by The AI Journal as the winner of the Best Use of NLP in the 2022 Global Excellence Awards.

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  • Globality , the leader in using artificial intelligence and natural language processing (NLP) to transform the procurement function, today announced it has been named by The AI Journal as the winner of the Best Use of NLP in the 2022 Global Excellence Awards.
  • This was the biggest year yet for the awards program with more than 250 entries being submitted from across the world.
  • “We are proud to be recognized by The AI Journal and receive the prestigious Global Excellence Award for Best Use of NLP,” said Lior Delgo, Globality Co-Founder and President.
  • It is fantastic to see the effort and passion be rewarded by getting the global recognition by winning at the 2022 Global Excellence Awards,” said Tom Allen, Founder and CEO of The AI Journal.

Illuminate Announces Executive Promotions

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

HERNDON, Va., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illuminate, a data solutions company that provides tools and services which collect and analyze information for key decision-makers, announced today four promotions. These changes ensure Illuminate is positioned to effectively respond to increased client demand for Illuminate solutions across a broad range of use cases in government agencies, commercial enterprises, and network operators.

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  • HERNDON, Va., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illuminate , a data solutions company that provides tools and services which collect and analyze information for key decision-makers, announced today four promotions.
  • These changes ensure Illuminate is positioned to effectively respond to increased client demand for Illuminate solutions across a broad range of use cases in government agencies, commercial enterprises, and network operators.
  • "This promotion reflects his central role in the growth of Illuminate and we look forward to his continuing leadership."
  • Illuminate provides data collection and analysis services and software to clients in the Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Law Enforcement sectors.

TEDCO Announces Selection of SSBCI Advisor and Allocator

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

COLUMBIA, Md., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced today it has selected Recast Capital to help identify 3-4 traditionally underrepresented early-stage venture capital fund managers. In this role, Recast Capital will review and recommend venture fund managers that have the processes and structures to responsibly manage and invest up to $10 million U.S. Department of the Treasury SSBCI (State Small Business Credit Initiative) funds on behalf of TEDCO.

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  • Recast Capital to help TEDCO identify 3-4 traditionally underrepresented early-stage venture capital fund managers.
  • Earlier this year TEDCO announced an infusion of up to $50 million in funding from Treasury State Small Business Credit Initiative.
  • "Here at TEDCO, we know it takes time, effort and resources to truly foster an inclusive and entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem," said TEDCO CEO, Troy LeMaile-Stovall .
  • "As part of our mission to support Maryland's start-up ecosystem, TEDCO has managed relationships with several top-tier venture funds," said Jack Miner , TEDCO chief investment officer.

Ecogy Energy Helps New York Power Authority Advance Rooftop Community Solar Projects for Westchester County Municipalities

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

WESTCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ecogy Energy, a developer, financier, and owner-operator, was selected through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) in 2021 by the New York Power Authority (NYPA), in partnership with Sustainable Westchester and Westchester County, to develop solar energy projects under the Westchester Community Solar Partnership (WCSP), along with two other developers.

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  • WESTCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ecogy Energy, a developer, financier, and owner-operator, was selected through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) in 2021 by the New York Power Authority (NYPA), in partnership with Sustainable Westchester and Westchester County, to develop solar energy projects under the Westchester Community Solar Partnership (WCSP), along with two other developers.
  • The WCSP broadly aims to power the economic growth of New York State by supplying Westchester County residents and municipalities with locally based, ideal land-use, and discounted electricity costs through community solar projects.
  • Such collaborations help educate residents about the benefits of community solar, subscribe to community solar projects, and earn long-term savings from renewable energy.
  • Ecogy is building upon its history of leadership in Westchester County, which includes the first community solar projects in Yorktown, Croton-on-Hudson, and Ossining, and the largest solar canopy system in Westchester County with the Maryknoll Society.

Nextech AR Seeing Record 3D Model Demand in Q4 2022, Continuing In 2023

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

(Nextech or the Company) (OTCQB: NEXCF) (CSE: NTAR) (FSE: N29), a Metaverse Company and leading provider of augmented reality (AR) experience technologies, wayfinding technologies and 3D model services is pleased to announce that its experiencing record demand for 3D models in Q4 2022 and sees the record demand continuing in 2023 and beyond as the 3D model mega trend gains traction.

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  • (Nextech or the Company) (OTCQB: NEXCF) (CSE: NTAR) (FSE: N29), a Metaverse Company and leading provider of augmented reality (AR) experience technologies, wayfinding technologies and 3D model services is pleased to announce that its experiencing record demand for 3D models in Q4 2022 and sees the record demand continuing in 2023 and beyond as the 3D model mega trend gains traction.
  • The Company continues winning new contracts, renewals and expanding existing contracts which is driving the record demand for its AI-powered ARitize 3D technologies for e-commerce.
  • Q3 2022 was a transformational quarter for Nextech AR, as demand, production and our revenue from 3D modeling significantly increased.
  • ARitize 3D is your one-stop-shop AR solution with automated 3D model creation at an unbeatable price.

Bobbie Launches Research and Development Hub to Evolve Infant Feeding: Bobbie Labs

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Bobbie, the mom-founded and led Organic infant formula company announced the official launch of Bobbie Labs , its Research and Development hub, dedicated to evolving infant feeding.

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  • Bobbie, the mom-founded and led Organic infant formula company announced the official launch of Bobbie Labs , its Research and Development hub, dedicated to evolving infant feeding.
  • Bobbie Labs is led by a team of scientific and academic expertswho also happen to be parentspassionate about evolving the field of infant feeding.
  • Through academic collaborations, independent research, and grant-funded work, Bobbie Labs currently has five active research projects.
  • Active research and current academic collaborators in the Bobbie Labs research portfolio includes:

BI Incorporated Renews OMNIA Partners Agreement, Allowing Governmental Agencies to Access Electronic Monitoring Products and Services at Best Value

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Monday, October 24, 2022

BI Incorporated , the U.S. leader for electronic monitoring products and services, has entered an exclusive agreement with OMNIA Partners Public Sector that allows city, county, and state governmental agencies nationwide to contract with BI for its community corrections supervision technologies at competitive prices.

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  • BI Incorporated , the U.S. leader for electronic monitoring products and services, has entered an exclusive agreement with OMNIA Partners Public Sector that allows city, county, and state governmental agencies nationwide to contract with BI for its community corrections supervision technologies at competitive prices.
  • BI has worked with the City of Mesa previously, supporting the municipal courts electronic monitoring program with technology and services that create an additional release option for the court.
  • Agencies that access this cooperative master agreement streamline their procurement process and tap into a wide range of electronic monitoring products and services at best-value pricing.
  • BI originally entered this cooperative agreement in 2014, and the number of governmental agencies accessing value pricing through the master agreement has grown significantly to more than 100 governmental agencies.