2026-UWMSN-01100-RFB AMENDMENT 1 - QUESTIONS ANSWERS.docx

AMENDMENT 1

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS TO RFB # 2026-UWMSN-01100-RFB

Question 1: Are equivalent product substitutions permitted where alternate equipment meets or exceeds the written specification and required performance characteristics?

Answer 1: While this contract is narrowly defined in scope by the items and part numbers listed on the itemized bid list, and the use of this contract is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified, bidders may still offer alternate manufacturers items believed to be an equal to those listed per Section 5.1 (Bid Response) which states “The manufacturer’s items shown on the Itemized Bid List are currently being used at the University. Bidder may offer an alternate manufacturers items/services believed to be an equal to those listed. Any alternate item/service bid must be clearly identified by manufacturer and catalog, model or stock number. Detailed specifications of the alternate items/services offered must be included with your bid to establish equivalency and to ensure that the items/services being bid meet all specifications. The University will be the sole judge of equivalent acceptability between Bidders’ responses. Failure to provide the requested product specifications and information for items/services bid may disqualify your bid.”.

Question 2: For molded case circuit breakers, please confirm the required short-circuit interrupt rating (AIC) and frame/amp rating where these values are not explicitly listed in the bid documents.

Answer 2: Please know that this contract is intended to be a supplement to the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) mandatory Maintenance Repair and Operational (MRO) supplies contract (505ENT-M25-EPMROSUPP-00). As such, this contract is narrowly defined in scope by the items and part numbers listed on the itemized bid list, and the use of this contract is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified. Please see Section 1.2 (Scope) for additional information.

Question 3: For panelboards, please confirm the required main type (MLO vs MCB) and bus ampacity rating where not specified.

Answer 3: Please know that this contract is intended to be a supplement to the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) mandatory Maintenance Repair and Operational (MRO) supplies contract (505ENT-M25-EPMROSUPP-00). As such, this contract is narrowly defined in scope by the items and part numbers listed on the itemized bid list, and the use of this contract is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified. Please see Section 1.2 (Scope) for additional information.

Question 4: For disconnect switches, please confirm the required NEMA enclosure rating (1, 3R, 4, 4X, or 12) where not identified.

Answer 4: Please know that this contract is intended to be a supplement to the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) mandatory Maintenance Repair and Operational (MRO) supplies contract (505ENT-M25-EPMROSUPP-00). As such, this contract is narrowly defined in scope by the items and part numbers listed on the itemized bid list, and the use of this contract is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified. Please see Section 1.2 (Scope) for additional information.

Question 5: For motor starters, contactors, overload relays, and motor-protect switches, please confirm the applicable motor horsepower and voltage (or FLA) where not specified in the line description.

Answer 5: Please know that this contract is intended to be a supplement to the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) mandatory Maintenance Repair and Operational (MRO) supplies contract (505ENT-M25-EPMROSUPP-00). As such, this contract is narrowly defined in scope by the items and part numbers listed on the itemized bid list, and the use of this contract is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified. Please see Section 1.2 (Scope) for additional information.

Question 6: For VFD-with-bypass or preassembled panel packages, please confirm whether a one-line diagram and bill of materials can be provided to ensure accurate equivalent selection.

Answer 6: Yes, as per Section 5.1 (Bid Response), detailed specifications of the alternate items/services offered must be included with your bid to establish equivalency and to ensure that the items/services being bid meet all specifications. The University will be the sole judge of equivalent acceptability between Bidders’ responses. Failure to provide the requested product specifications and information for items/services bid may disqualify your bid.

Question 7: For building system integration, please confirm whether BACnet/IP or Modbus TCP is the preferred communication protocol for electrical and mechanical coordination.

Answer 7: Please know that this contract is intended to be a supplement to the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) mandatory Maintenance Repair and Operational (MRO) supplies contract (505ENT-M25-EPMROSUPP-00). As such, this contract is narrowly defined in scope by the items and part numbers listed on the itemized bid list, and the use of this contract is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified. Please see Section 1.2 (Scope) for additional information.

Question 8: If substitutions are permitted, please confirm whether the following equivalent equipment platforms are acceptable: Danfoss VFDs, WEG VFDs, and ABB Electrification (breakers, panelboards, disconnects, and motor control components).

Answer 8: While the University has a separate contract dedicated to Variable Frequency Drives and Motor Controllers, the inclusion and ultimate usage of this type of equipment on this bid is limited to the replacement/repair of equipment and the completion of existing and ongoing projects that are in place from the manufacturers specified. That said, bidders may still offer alternate manufacturers items believed to be an equal to those listed per Section 5.1 (Bid Response) which states “The manufacturer’s items shown on the Itemized Bid List are currently being used at the University. Bidder may offer an alternate manufacturers items/services believed to be an equal to those listed. Any alternate item/service bid must be clearly identified by manufacturer and catalog, model or stock number. Detailed specifications of the alternate items/services offered must be included with your bid to establish equivalency and to ensure that the items/services being bid meet all specifications. The University will be the sole judge of equivalent acceptability between Bidders’ responses. Failure to provide the requested product specifications and information for items/services bid may disqualify your bid.”.

Question 9: There are part numbers on this file that are no longer current product. All cells are locked, so I can’t update part numbers to the correct parts. How do you want me to handle those parts?

Answer 9: Cells on itemized bid list have been unlocked.