Underground Utility District 38 Overhead-to-Underground Service Conversions

Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) is soliciting bids for the conversion of overhead electric facilities to underground service within Underground Utility District 38 in Alameda, California. The project focuses on modifying the routing and connection of existing electrical services while retaining existing customer-owned meter sockets and equipment where deemed safe by the City Building Division. The scope includes 195 standard conversions, the installation of over 8,000 linear feet of aluminum service conductors, and the use of approved raceway-intercept methods. The contract is subject to a Project Stabilization Agreement with the Building Construction Trades Council of Alameda County and requires adherence to California Department of Industrial Relations prevailing wage determinations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with local preference given to businesses within the City of Alameda. Bidders must provide bid security equal to 10 percent of the maximum bid amount and are required to furnish performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price. Key deliverables include a baseline schedule submitted within ten days of the Notice to Proceed and a Construction Service Plan for conversion methods. Payment is processed monthly via itemized applications for work performed, with undisputed amounts paid within 30 days. Final acceptance is contingent upon the correction of all punch list items and approval by the Public Utilities Board or the General Manager.