Pad-Mounted Transformers for Inventory

The City of Port Angeles, Washington, has issued solicitation MEC-2025-18 for the procurement of various three-phase, pad-mounted, liquid-immersed distribution transformers to replenish its inventory. The scope includes the design, manufacturing, testing, and delivery of units ranging from 300kVA to 2500kVA, specifically targeting 208/120V and 480/277V configurations. The government estimate for this procurement is 800,000 dollars. All equipment must adhere to strict technical and safety standards, including ANSI C57 and NEMA TR-1, and must be delivered F.O.B. Destination to the Utility Pole Yard in Port Angeles. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on June 5, 2025, and must be submitted as sealed physical documents to the Public Works and Utilities Department; electronic or faxed submissions will not be accepted. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis. Key requirements include a one-year warranty from the date of energization, compliance with Buy America regulations, and adherence to OSHA and WISHA safety standards. Late deliveries are subject to liquidated damages of 500 dollars per day, capped at 10 percent of the purchase order value.