15kv Switchgear Replacement And Electrical System Upgrades

The Santa Clara Convention Center, managed by Oak View Group, is soliciting bids under RFB SCCC26-003 for the replacement of 15kV medium-voltage switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure. This project is critical for improving operational continuity, safety, and reliability as the existing equipment has reached the end of its service life. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, engineering, testing, commissioning, and supervision at the facility located in Santa Clara, California. Qualified bidders must hold a valid State of California Contractor License Class A or C10 and demonstrate at least five years of medium-voltage experience through three comparable projects and three customer references. Additionally, contractors and their subcontractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations per California Labor Code section 1725.5 and comply with prevailing wage requirements and workers' compensation coverage. Bids must be submitted via BidNet Direct by September 4, 2026, and must include the Bid Pricing Form and Bid Certification Form. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with payment terms set at thirty days following invoice approval.