Maintaining Airport Facility Systems Through New Software and Labor Contract
The Cleveland Department of Port Control is moving forward with a plan to maintain and upgrade the technology that manages essential systems at the city's airport. Through emergency ordinance 744-2026, the Director of Port Control is authorized to enter into requirement contracts with Siemens Industry, Inc. to provide the software, labor, and materials necessary to support the existing Apogee Building Automation system.
What's in the file
According to the 744-2026-Legislative Summary, the contract is intended to maintain, repair, upgrade, and expand the Siemens Insight building automation system. The department justifies this direct award as a "vital necessity" to maintain the integrity of the facility's structure.
The automation system manages several critical airport components:
- HVAC, boilers, chillers, and cooling towers
- Pumps and air handlers
- Interior and exterior lighting controls
- Remote diagnostics, alarm management, and network wiring
The contract terms and costs are outlined as follows:
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Anticipated annual cost | $310,000.00 |
| Initial contract term | 1 year |
| Renewal options | Three 1-year options |
| Previous contract expiration | November 17, 2026 |
| Total amount previously spent | $647,000 |
Who may be affected
- Department of Port Control: Will oversee the contract and utilize the automation system for facility management.
- Division of Airports: Will utilize the maintained systems to ensure operational infrastructure.
- Siemens Industry, Inc.: Will serve as the contractor providing software, materials, and labor.
Status and timeline
- July 9, 2026: The emergency ordinance was introduced.
- August 19, 2026: The ordinance passed.
Residents can verify the details of this legislation by reviewing the official record on the City of Cleveland Legistar website.
Key facts
- Initial term
- 1 year
- Renewal options
- three 1-year options
Source record
- File
- 744-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- Passed
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- July 8, 2026
Official documents
- 744-2026- Dir K w Siemens for maintenance of building automation system
- 744-2026-Legislative Summary -Siemens Building Automation Requirements Contract
- FINAL VERSION City Record August 28, 2026 Page 15