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Electrical Systems Upgrade - Satellite Thermal Plant

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State & Local

Response Deadline12/01/2026, 10:30:00 AM EST

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This subcontract involves performing critical electrical upgrades for chiller and cooling tower systems at the Satellite Thermal Plant for the Pennsylvania Department of Aviation at PHL. The scope of work includes the installation of electrical panels, wiring, and conduits necessary to support industrial thermal plant equipment, with the ultimate goal of delivering a fully operational electrical infrastructure. The project is categorized under NAICS code 238210 and requires strict compliance with Public Works contract terms and potential adherence to a Project Labor Agreement. Interested parties must note the response deadline of December 1, 2026, for this Philadelphia-based infrastructure project.

General Info

Electrical upgrades for PHL Satellite Thermal Plant chiller systems due December 1, 2026.

Agency

Pennsylvania → Department of Aviation

NAICS

238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

Place of Performance

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of B2Z727814.

The full solicitation package (7 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PW Bid 6702 PHL 1675-15 Satellite Thermal Plant Chiller & Cooling Tower Upgrades - Electrical

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PostedNov 6

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Response DeadlineDec 1

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Response Deadline

12/01/2026, 10:30:00 AM ESTin 21 days

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AgencyPennsylvania → Department of Aviation

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Organization / AgencyPennsylvania → Department of Aviation

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Performs electrical upgrades for chiller and cooling tower systems for prime contractors on Pennsylvania Department of Aviation projects at PHL. Installs electrical panels, wiring, and conduits to support industrial thermal plant equipment. Requires compliance with Public Works contract terms and potential Project Labor Agreement (PLA) adherence. Delivers fully operational electrical infrastructure for the thermal plant.

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