ITQ#166589VT Generator #17 Protective Relay Upgrade

Invitation to Quote ITQ#166589VT, issued by the City of Homestead on August 26, 2026, seeks a contractor to upgrade the protective relay for Generator #17 from an outdated electromechanical system to a solid-state digital GE 889 Protective Relay. The project aims to improve power plant operations through faster fault detection, increased reliability, and advanced self-diagnostics. The scope of work includes the removal of existing hardware, fabrication and installation of a metal mounting plate, rewiring of current and potential transformer circuits, and the configuration of the generator circuit breaker status input. Deliverables include the development of protective relay settings based on coordination studies and comprehensive commissioning and acceptance testing, such as secondary injection and functional protection tests. The contract is a fixed-firm price agreement, with a commercial proposal from GE Vernova/GE Grid Solutions totaling 50,722.00 USD. Evaluation for the award is based on a combination of price, contractor qualifications, experience with similar work, and the ability to meet the project schedule. Requirements for bidders include providing a valid Florida business license, state registration, and an E-Verify affidavit. Additionally, any vendor visiting the site must execute a Site Visit and Inspection Indemnification Agreement. The submission deadline for quotes is September 17, 2026, and the final project must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all applicable federal and state regulations.