DALLAS, July 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Affiliated Computer Services,
Inc. (NYSE: ACS) today announced a multi-year extended contract with the
city of Riverside, California to provide information technology outsourcing
to support the city's computer operations and geographic information
services. The total value of the extended IT contract is $50 million, if
all option years are exercised.
"ACS has been a technology partner with the city of Riverside for over
10 years, working closely with us to use technology to provide excellent
services," said Steve Reneker, Riverside's chief information officer.
"Throughout our long-term partnership, we have been impressed with ACS'
strong capabilities in the IT services market and its commitment to high
quality service."
The base contract is for four years, with three two-year renewal
options also available. Under the contract, ACS provides IT support for the
city's help desk, desktop, system and network operations and supports its
applications and implementation.
"The city of Riverside has proven itself to be progressive and
technologically savvy," said Joe Doherty, executive vice president and
group president of ACS' Government Solutions Group. "The extended contract
demonstrates the city's confidence in ACS to deliver professional, superior
technology services. As a result, the citizens of Riverside receive the
best services at the best value."
About ACS
ACS, a global FORTUNE 500 company with 63,000 people supporting client
operations reaching more than 100 countries, provides business process
outsourcing and information technology solutions to world-class commercial
and government clients. The company's Class A common stock trades on the
New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "ACS." Learn more about ACS at
http://www.acs-inc.com.
The statements in this news release that do not directly relate to
historical facts constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning
of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements
are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside
the Company's control. As such, no assurance can be given that the actual
events and results will not be materially different than the anticipated
results described in the forward-looking statements. Factors could cause
actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements.
For a description of these factors, see the Company's prior filings with
the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent filing.
ACS disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future event, or
otherwise.
SOURCE Affiliated Computer Services, Inc.
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http://www.acs-inc.com
CONTACT:
Investor Relations, Jon Puckett, Vice
President, Investor Relations, +1-214-841-8281,
jon.puckett@acs-inc.com, or Media Relations, Carol DeMatteo,
Director, Corporate Communications, +1-214-841-8110,
carol.dematteo@acs-inc.com, both of Affiliated Computer Services,
Inc.
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