Electric Charging Infrastructure Equipment

Omnitrans has issued solicitation IFB-SDD27-01 for the procurement of electric charging infrastructure equipment to be installed at the East Valley Maintenance Facility. The scope of work requires the vendor to provide a complete system ready for operation, including 16 pantographs, one main medium voltage switchgear, one secondary unit substation with transfer switches, and one medium voltage charger system. The contract is structured with a three-year base period and two single option years, with an anticipated start date of January 15, 2027. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all technical requirements and can provide the necessary insurance and a performance bond for 100 percent of the contract price. Bidders must submit all pricing and documentation exclusively through the Omnitrans online bidding system by the November 6, 2026, deadline. Required submissions include a detailed cost file, a Buy America Certificate for awards exceeding 150,000 dollars, and various certifications regarding lobbying, debarment, and the Iran Contracting Act. All equipment and installations must comply with the California Building Code, NFPA 70, and specific technical standards detailed in the provided exhibits. Final acceptance of the equipment is contingent upon successful testing and inspection, including seismic-control compliance verified by a qualified third-party agency.