36C25022Q0399.docx

SUBJECT*

Electrical Distribution Test and Maint

GENERAL INFORMATION

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 Dayton VA Medical Center 3140 Governor’s Place Blvd. Suite 210 Kettering OH 45409-1337

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contracting Officer Mary Jane Crim maryjane.crim@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Chillicothe VA Medical Center

17273 State Route 104

Chillicothe OH

COUNTRY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION

Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, “Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items,” as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-04.

This solicitation is set-aside for Service Disable Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 238220, with a small business size standard of 750 employees.

The FSC/PSC is J045.

The Chillicothe VA Medical Center is seeking to purchase testing and maintenance to electrical switchgear and substations.

The following Wage Determination applies to this procurement:

Wage Determination: 2015-4771 Revision No.: 19 Date of Revision: 3/15/2022 Available At: www.sam.gov Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

All interested companies shall provide quotations for the following:

PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

Testing and Maintenance to Electrical Switchgear and Substations

POP Begin: 04-15-2022 POP End: 04-14-2023

STATEMENT OF WORK

Scope

The three-year electrical distribution preventive maintenance will include the cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, and testing of the Chillicothe, Ohio Veteran’s Administration Medical Center (VAMC) electrical power distribution system. Testing will be performed by NETA certified technician whose certification included OSHA safety training and arc-flash training. The effort will be accomplished over a split three-month period. Once the contract has been awarded, the exact project dates will be negotiated including any power outages necessary to accomplish the required testing. The work under this contract shall be performed under the supervision of a NETA certified technician or approved equivalent. A Registered Professional Engineer shall personally review and sign the final report as well as provide the VA with the results, recommendations, future actions, and professional opinions.

The proposed three-year infrared scans will consist of all major electrical primary and secondary distribution system components. This shall include the complete VA Health Care System owned electrical systems from the commercial electric service point through the distribution system to the wiring load terminal at each protective device, including distribution system apparatus of all generators while under normal load conditions. The Contractor shall provide reports listing the results of the infrared scans to the VA

The testing company shall provide material, equipment (including power generation equipment if applicable), labor and technical supervision to perform such tests and inspections. It is the intent of these tests to assure that all electrical equipment is operational within industry and manufacturer’s tolerances. Upon completion of the tests and inspection noted in these specifications, a label shall be attached to all service devices. The labels shall indicate the date tested and the testing company responsible.

All work performed shall be fully documented by the Contractor. This shall include the recording of all the testing, servicing, any evaluation data, recommendations, inspections, adjustments, and maintenance performed on all the devices listed in the specification. Testing shall be performed in complete compliance with these specifications as well as manufacturer’s recommendations and applicable NEC, NEMA, ANSI, ASTM, ASA, NEA, NFPA, VA standards and the contract documents.

Specific Tasks

The Contractor shall provide a proposed schedule with their bid proposal. The schedule shall be in the form of a progress chart of suitable scale to indicate the work scheduled for completion by any given date during the work period. The proposed schedule shall be reviewed by the VAMC [Facilities Management] [Engineering Service]; any requirements for adjusting the schedule (e.g., to minimize disruption to the VAMC) shall be incorporated by the Contractor.

Work for electrical inspection and preventive maintenance shall be conducted after 5pm M-F. ***All power distribution switching will be done by the VA electricians only***

Work on electrical infrared inspections shall be conducted 7am to 3:30pm M-F.

Contractors shall report deficiencies that are deemed critical or catastrophic immediately to the Contracting Officer and Chief of [Facilities Management] [Engineering Service] for immediate actions.

Work items, definitions, and references shall comply with the latest edition of the NETA – Maintenance Testing Specifications (MTS) and with the VHA Directive, Electrical Power Distribution System. [Below][Attached] is a list of electrical distribution equipment that shall have maintenance and testing with appendixes of detailed work for each equipment type.

Inventory of Electrical Gear for Testing and Preventive Maintenance

MAIN SUBSTATION

ITEM #1. ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 15KV 1200A THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #1

ITEM #2. THREE (3) BASLER ELECTRIC TYPE BE1-50/51 SINGLE PHASE TIME OVER CURRENT RELAYS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #2

ITEM #3. TWO (2) PACIFIC CREST ELECTRIC 7500KVA 12470V-4160/2400V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMERS.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

BACK-UP GENERATOR (OUTDOOR)

ITEM #4. TWO (2) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 5KV 1200A TYPE VR THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #1

ITEM #5. ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC TYPE MULTILIN SR-750 THREE PHASE TIME OVER CURRENT SYSTEM PROTECTION RELAY.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #2

ITEM #6. ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC TYPE 489 THREE PHASE MULTI-FUNCTION GENERATOR PROTECTION RELAY.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #2

5KV CIRCUIT BREAKERS

ITEM #7. EIGHT (8) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 5KV 1200A TYPE 50-DHP-250 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR MAGNETIC CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #4

ITEM #8. THIRTY-TWO (32) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC TYPE CO-8 50/51 SINGLE PHASE TIME OVERCURRENT RELAYS.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #2

PARALLELING SWITCHGEAR (INDOOR)

ITEM #9. FIVE (5) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 5KV 1200A TYPE VR THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT VACUUM CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #1

ITEM #10. TWO (2) BASLER ELECTRIC TYPE BE1-851 THREE PHASE TIME OVER CURRENT SYSTEM PROTECTION RELAYS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per appendix #2

BUILDING #LC-7

ITEM #11. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 750KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #12. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 480V 1600A TYPE DS-416 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #13. EIGHT (8) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 480V 800A TYPE DS-206 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #14. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 480V 1600A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

CHAPEL BUILDING #252

ITEM #15. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 150KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

BUILDING #24

ITEM #16. ONE (1) PAUWELS ELECTRIC 750KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #17. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A TYPE DS-416 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #18. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #24 (CHILLER)

ITEM #19. ONE (1) T&R ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

BUILDING #26

ITEM #20. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 500KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #21. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A TYPE DS-416 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #22. ELEVEN (11) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 800A TYPE DS-206 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #23. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #27

ITEM #24. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 500KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #25. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A TYPE DS-416 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #26. ELEVEN (11) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 800A TYPE DS-206 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #27. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #30

ITEM #28. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #29. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A TYPE DS-416 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #30. TWELVE (12) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 800A TYPE DS-206 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #31. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 1600A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #30 (CHILLER)

ITEM #32. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

BUILDING #35

ITEM #33. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 500KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #34. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 2000A TYPE DS-420 THREE PHASE DRAW-OUT AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #35. ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 208V 2000A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #210

ITEM #36. ONE (1) GE PROLEC 750KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #37. ONE (1) CUTLER HAMMER ELECTRIC 208V 2000A TYPE 310 + TRIP UNIT THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and megger, and contact resistance test.

ITEM #38. ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 208V 2000A TYPE HPC THREE PHASE FUSED BOLTED PRESSURE SWITCH.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #7

ITEM #39. ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 208V 2000A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #210 (CHILLER)

ITEM #40. ONE (1) GE PROLEC 500KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

BUILDING #211

ITEM #41. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 1000KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #42. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 208V 3000A TYPE BP THREE PHASE FUSED BOLTED PRESSURE SWITCH.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #7

ITEM #43. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 208V 3000A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

BUILDING #211 (CHILLER)

ITEM #44. ONE (1) CG POWER 750KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

BOILER PLANT #261

ITEM #45. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 750KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #46. ONE (1) CUTLER HAMMER ELECTRIC 480V 2000A TYPE MAGNUM DS THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #8

ITEM #47. ONE (1) CUTLER HAMMER ELECTRIC 480V 2000A TYPE MAGNUM DS THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, lubricate, and contact resistance test

BUILDING #1

ITEM #48. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #3

ITEM #49. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 150KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #8

ITEM #50. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 75KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #9

ITEM #51. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 150KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #25

ITEM #52. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 500KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #28

ITEM #53. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #36

ITEM #54. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 225KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #53

ITEM #55. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 75KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #212

ITEM #56. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #247

ITEM #57. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 300KVA 4160V-208/120V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #256

ITEM #58. ONE (1) COOPER ELECTRIC 112.5KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #8

BUILDING #31

ITEM #59. ONE (1) SQUARE D 2000KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #60. ONE (1) SQUARE D 1500KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #61. ONE (1) SQUARE D 750KVA 4160V-480/277V THREE PHASE OIL FILLED POWER TRANSFORMER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #3

ITEM #62. TWO (2) SQUARE D ELECTRIC (INDOOR) 480V 3000A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

ITEM #63. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC (OUTDOOR) 480V 3000A THREE PHASE METAL ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR STRUCTURE.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #6

ITEM #64. TWO (2) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 3000A, NW 30 H CIRCUIT BREAKER, NEMA AB1/NMX-J-266-ANCE Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #65. ELEVEN (11) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 400A, LG400 CIRCUIT BREAKER

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #66. FIVE (5) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 600A, LG600 CIRCUIT BREAKER,

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #67. FIVE (5) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 800A, PG800 CIRCUIT BREAKER,

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #68. THREE (3) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 150A, HG600 CIRCUIT BREAKER,

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #69. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 1600A, RG1600 CIRCUIT BREAKER,

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

ITEM #70. ONE (1) SQUARE D ELECTRIC 480V 250A, JG250 CIRCUIT BREAKER,

Clean, inspect, lubricate and test as per appendix #5

Deliverables: Record of all the testing, servicing, any evaluation data, recommendations, inspections, adjustments, and maintenance performed on all the devices listed. Final Report to be delivered to the Facilities Chief Engineer or designate.

Below is a list of electrical distribution equipment that shall be inspected with infrared equipment testing with appendix’s of detailed work for each equipment type.

Inventory of Electrical Gear for Infrared Inspection Main Substation:

Backup Generator:

5KV Circuit Breakers:

Eight 5KV 1200A breakers

Building 7 Load Center:

Building 18 Load Center:

Two 150KVA transformers

Building 24 Load Center:

Building 24 Chiller:

One 300KVA transformer

Building 26 Load Center:

Building 27 Load Center:

Building 30 Load Center:

Building 30 Chiller:

One 300KVA transformer

Building 31 Load Center:

Building 35 Load Center:

Building 210 Load Center:

Building 210 Chiller:

One 500KVA transformer

Building 211 Load Center:

Building 211 Chiller:

One 500KVA transformer

Building 261 Load Center:

Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE)/Government-Furnished Information (GFI).

No GFE will be supplied by the VA.

Inspection and acceptance will be certified by the COR and the Electrical Supervisor.

Risk Control All distribution switching will be done by VAMC electricians.

Period of Performance

Inspections to be completed in calendar year 2022

Delivery Schedule

Reports to be delivered within 60 days of completed inspections.

APPENDIX #1

SF6 CIRCUIT SWITCHER

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

· Inspect for physical damage and compare nameplate data with plans and specifications.

· Perform mechanical operator tests in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

· Check gas pressure indicator.

· Check pole opening indicator. Operate breaker several times to check mechanism operation.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

· Perform contact resistance test across each pole, closed and open.

· Perform insulation resistance tests, pole-to-pole, pole-to-ground, and across open poles at 2500V minimum.

· Circuit Switcher to be tripped by operation of each protective device, if possible.

· Perform timing tests, if possible.

APPENDIX #2

MEDIUM AND HIGH VOLTAGE SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect for physical damage.

1. Compare nameplate information with latest single line diagram and report discrepancies.

1. Inspect for proper mounting and adequate clearances.

1. Check tightness of connections.

1. Check ground lead on each device for individual attachment to ground bus or ground electrode.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Perform an insulation power factor test.

1. Perform an insulation resistance test.

APPENDIX #3

TRANSFORMERS - LIQUID FILLED

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect for physical damage. Make a close examination for all damage that may have occurred as the result of environment, or other problems, which could interfere with normal operation.

1. Verify proper manual operation such as fans, pumps, indicators, tap changer, and gas pressurization system.

1. Check all liquid in tanks and bushings for proper level and inspect for oil leaks.

1. Perform specific inspection and mechanical tests as recommended by manufacturer.

1. Perform tap changer inspection. Pump liquid from compartment, remove covers, clean all carbon, dirt, etc. from internal parts and walls. Thoroughly inspect all moving and stationary contacts, pins, supports, springs, holders, gaskets, wear indicators, etc. Return oil back into tap changer by filter press.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Insulation resistance tests shall be performed winding-to-winding and winding-to-ground. Appropriate guard shall be utilized over all bushings.

1. Insulation power factor tests shall be made on all high and low voltage winding and bushings. Overall dielectric loss and power factor (CH, CL, CHL) shall be determined. Ungrounded specimen tests (UST) shall be made on any bushing equipped with power factor or capacitance taps.

1. A turn’s ratio test shall be performed between windings for all tap positions.

1. Perform winding resistance test on each winding in final tap position.

1. Perform a ground resistance test on each transformer main grounding system.

1. Insulating oil shall be sampled in accordance with ASTM D-923. Sample shall be laboratory tested for:

APPENDIX #4

CIRCUIT BREAKER - MEDIUM VOLTAGE - VACUUM

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect anchorage, alignment, and grounding.

1. Perform all mechanical operational tests on both the circuit breaker and its operating mechanism.

1. Measure critical distances such as contact gap, as recommended by manufacturer.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Perform a contact resistance test.

1. Trip circuit breaker by operation of each protective device.

1. Perform insulation resistance tests, pole-to-pole, pole-to-ground, and across open poles at 2500V minimum.

1. Perform vacuum bottle integrity test (overpotential) across each vacuum bottle with the breaker in the open position in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions. DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM VOLTAGE STIPULATED FOR THIS TEST. Do not perform this test unless the contact displacement of each interrupter is within manufacturer's tolerance. Be aware that some DC high potential test sets are half-wave rectified and may produce peak voltages in excess of the breaker manufacturer's recommended maximum.

APPENDIX #5

PROTECTIVE RELAYS

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Relays shall be inspected for physical damage.

1. Inspect cover gasket, cover glass, and presence of foreign materials, moisture, and condition of spiral spring, disc clearance, contacts, and case short in contacts if present.

1. Check mechanically for freedom of movement, proper travel and alignment, and tightness of mounting hardware and tap plugs.

1. Perform all settings in accordance with owner/user's provided settings.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Perform the following tests on the nominal settings specified by owner/user's electrical engineer:

APPENDIX #6

AIR SWITCHES - MEDIUM VOLTAGE - METAL ENCLOSED

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect for physical and mechanical condition.

1. Check for proper anchorage and required area clearances.

1. Verify that fuse size and types correspond to drawings.

1. Check blade alignment and arc interrupter operation.

1. Check each fuse holder for adequate mechanical support for each fuse.

1. Test all electrical and mechanical interlock systems for proper operation and sequencing.

1. Clean entire switch using approved methods and materials.

1. Verify proper phase barrier materials and installation.

1. Lubricate as required.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Perform insulation resistance tests on each pole, phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground for one (1) minute.

1. Perform contact resistance tests across each switch blade and fuse holder.

APPENDIX #7

TRANSFORMERS - LIQUID FILLED

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect for physical damage. Make a close examination for all damage that may have occurred as the result of environment, or other problems, which could interfere with normal operation.

1. Compare equipment nameplate information with latest single-line diagram and report discrepancies.

1. Verify proper manual operation such as fans, pumps, indicators, tap changer, and gas pressurization system.

1. Check all liquid in tanks and bushings for proper level and inspect for oil leaks.

1. Inspect Grounding System. Check all connections and report any physical damage or deficiencies.

1. Verify and provide documentation of fuse sizes and types.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Insulation resistance tests shall be performed winding-to-winding and winding-to-ground. Appropriate guard shall be utilized over all bushings.

1. Insulation power factor tests shall be made on all high and low voltage winding and bushings. Overall dielectric loss and power factor (CH, CL, CHL) shall be determined. Ungrounded specimen tests (UST) shall be made on any bushing equipped with power factor or capacitance taps.

1. A turn’s ratio test shall be performed between windings for the “as found” tap position.

1. Perform a ground resistance test on each transformer main grounding system.

1. Insulating oil shall be sampled in accordance with ASTM D-923. Sample shall be laboratory tested for:

1. Dielectric breakdown voltage / Acid neutralization number

1. Specific gravity / Interfacial tension / Color / Visual condition

1. Perform individual excitation current tests on each phase.

1. Perform winding resistance testing.

APPENDIX #8

CIRCUIT BREAKERS - LOW VOLTAGE - POWER

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Perform mechanical operational test.

1. Check cell fit and element alignment.

1. Check arc chutes for damage.

1. Clean entire circuit breaker using approved methods and materials.

1. Lubricate as required.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Perform a contact resistance test.

1. Perform an insulation resistance test at 1000 volts DC from pole-to-pole and from each pole-to-ground with breaker closed and across open contacts of each phase.

1. Determine minimum pickup current by primary current injection.

1. Determine long time delay by primary injection.

1. Determine short time pickup and delay by primary current injection.

1. Determine ground fault pickup and delay by primary current injection.

1. Determine instantaneous pickup value by primary current injection.

1. Check charging mechanism.

APPENDIX #9

TRANSFORMERS - LIQUID FILLED – SINGLE PHASE

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect for physical damage. Make a close examination for all damage that may have occurred as the result of environment, or other problems, which could interfere with normal operation.

1. Compare equipment nameplate information with latest single-line diagram and report discrepancies.

1. Verify proper manual operation such as fans, pumps, indicators, tap changer, and gas pressurization system.

1. Check all liquid in tanks and bushings for proper level and inspect for oil leaks.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Insulation resistance tests shall be performed winding-to-winding and winding-to-ground. Appropriate guard shall be utilized over all bushings.

1. Insulation power factor tests shall be made on all high and low voltage winding and bushings. Overall dielectric loss and power factor (CH, CL, CHL) shall be determined. Ungrounded specimen tests (UST) shall be made on any bushing equipped with power factor or capacitance taps.

1. A turn’s ratio test shall be performed between windings for all tap positions.

1. Perform a ground resistance test on each transformer main grounding system.

1. Perform individual excitation current tests on each phase.

APPENDIX #10

CIRCUIT BREAKERS - LOW VOLTAGE - POWER

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Perform mechanical operational test.

1. Check cell fit and element alignment.

1. Check arc chutes for damage.

1. Clean entire circuit breaker using approved methods and materials.

1. Lubricate as required.

B) ELECTRICAL TESTS

1. Perform a contact resistance test.

1. Determine long time delay by secondary injection.

1. Determine short time pickup and delay by secondary current injection.

1. Determine ground fault pickup and delay by secondary current injection.

1. Check charging mechanism.

APPENDIX #11

PAD-MOUNT SWITCHES

A) VISUAL AND MECHANICAL INSPECTION

1. Inspect for physical and mechanical condition.

1. Check for proper anchorage and required area clearances.

1. Verify and provide documentation of fuse sizes and types.

1. Check blade alignment and arc interrupter operation.

1. Check each fuse holder for adequate mechanical support for each fuse.

1. Test all electrical and mechanical interlock systems for proper operation and sequencing.

1. Clean entire switch using approved methods and materials.

1. Verify proper phase barrier materials and installation.

1. Lubricate as required.

1. Perform infrared inspection

The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html.

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

1. FAR 52.212-1, “Instructions to Offerors–Commercial Items” ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS Provisions that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The version of FAR 52.212-1 in the addendum is tailored for Simplified Acquisition Procedures and supersedes the current version of FAR 52.212-1 contained in the FAR.

52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO QUOTERS—COMMERCIAL ITEMS

(a) North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code and small business size standard are stated in the combined synopsis/solicitation.

(b) Submission of quotations. Submit quotations to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the exact time specified in this solicitation. Quotations may be submitted on letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified in the solicitation. As a minimum, quotations must show-

(1) The solicitation number;

(2) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of quotations;

(3) The name, address, and telephone number of the quoter;

(4) A technical description of the items being quoted in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary, but primary description shall be in a narrative describing technical approach and methods to complete required tasks;

(5) Terms of any express warranty;

(6) Price and any discount terms;

(7) “Remit to” address, if different than mailing address;

(8) A completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR 52.212-3 (see FAR 52.212-3( b ) for those representations and certifications that the quoter shall complete electronically);

(9) Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments;

(10) Past performance information, when included as an evaluation factor, to include recent and relevant contracts (minimum of three and maximum of 5) for the same or similar items and other references (including contract numbers, points of contact with telephone numbers and other relevant information); and

(11) Include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation. Also include company NETA certification, technician(s) NETA certifications, narrative describing technical approach (see evaluation factors), and any subcontractors and proof of the subcontractor’s capability. Quotations that fail to furnish required representations or information, or reject the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration.

(c) Period for acceptance of offers. The offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 30 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers, unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation.

(d) Product samples. When required by the solicitation, product samples shall be submitted at or prior to the time specified for receipt of quotations. Unless otherwise specified in this solicitation, these samples shall be submitted at no expense to the Government, and returned at the sender’s request and expense, unless they are destroyed during testing.

(e) Multiple quotations. Quoters are encouraged to submit multiple quotations presenting alternative terms and conditions or commercial items for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each quotation submitted will be evaluated separately.

(f) Late submissions

(1) Quoters are responsible for submitting quotations so as to reach the Government office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the solicitation. If no time is specified in the solicitation, the time for receipt is 4:30 p.m., local time, for the designated Government office on the date that quotations are due.

(2) Any quotation received at the Government office designated in the solicitation after the exact time specified for receipt of quotations is late and will not be considered unless it is received before purchase order issuance and the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late quotation would not unduly delay the acquisition.

(3) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal Government processes so that quotations cannot be received at the Government office designated for receipt of quotations by the exact time specified in the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude amendment of the solicitation or other notice of an extension of the closing date, the time specified for receipt of quotations will be deemed to be extended to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work day on which normal Government processes resume.

(g) Issuance of purchase order. Quotations should contain the quoter’s best technical and price terms. The Contracting Officer may reject any or all quotations. The Contracting Officer may issue a purchase order to other than the quoter with the lowest priced quotation. After the evaluation of quotations, the Contracting Officer may negotiate final terms with one or more quoters of the Government’s choice before issuing any purchase order. The Contracting Officer will not negotiate with any quoters other than those of the Government’s choice and will not use the formal source selection procedures described in FAR part 15.

(h) Multiple purchase orders. The Government may issue a purchase order for any item or group of items of a quotation, unless the quoter qualifies the quotation by specific limitations. Unless otherwise provided in the Schedule, quotations may not be submitted for quantities less than those specified. The Government reserves the right to issue a purchase order for a quantity less than the quantity quoted, at the unit prices quoted, unless the quoter specifies otherwise in the quotation.

(i) Availability of requirements documents cited in the solicitation.

(1) (i) The GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29, and copies of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained for a fee by submitting a request to- GSA Federal Supply Service Specifications Section Suite 8100 470 East L’Enfant Plaza, SW Washington, DC 20407 Telephone (202) 619-8925 Facsimile (202) 619-8978

(ii) If the General Services Administration, Department of Agriculture, or Department of Veterans Affairs issued this solicitation, a single copy of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained free of charge by submitting a request to the addressee in paragraph (i)(1)(i) of this provision. Additional copies will be issued for a fee.

(2) Most unclassified Defense specifications and standards may be downloaded from the following ASSIST websites:

(i) ASSIST (https://assist.dla.mil/online/start/).

(ii) Quick Search (http://quicksearch.dla.mil/).

(iii) ASSISTdocs.com (http://assistdocs.com).

(3) Documents not available from ASSIST may be ordered from the Department of Defense Single Stock Point (DoDSSP) by-

(i) Using the ASSIST Shopping Wizard (https://assist.dla.mil/wizard/index.cfm);

(ii) Phoning the DoDSSP Customer Service Desk (215) 697-2179, Mon-Fri, 0730 to 1600 EST; or

(iii) Ordering from DoDSSP, Building 4, Section D, 700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094, Telephone (215) 697-2667/2179, Facsimile (215) 697-1462.

(4) Nongovernment (voluntary) standards must be obtained from the organization responsible for their preparation, publication, or maintenance.

(j) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number. (Applies to all quotations exceeding the Micro-Purchase Threshold (MPT), and quotations of MPT or less if the solicitation requires the Contractor to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.) The quoter shall enter, in the block with its name and address on the cover page of its quotation, the annotation “DUNS” or “DUNS+4” followed by the DUNS or DUNS+4 number that identifies the quoter’s name and address. The DUNS+4 is the DUNS number plus a 4-character suffix that may be assigned at the discretion of the quoter to establish additional SAM records for identifying alternative Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts (see FAR Subpart 32.11) for the same concern. If the quoter does not have a DUNS number, it should contact Dun and Bradstreet directly to obtain one. A quoter within the United States may contact Dun and Bradstreet by calling 1-866-705-5711 or via the internet at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform. A quoter located outside the United States must contact the local Dun and Bradstreet office for a DUNS number. The quoter should indicate that it is a quoter for a Government contract when contacting the local Dun and Bradstreet office.

(k) [Reserved].

(l) Requests for information. The contracting officer will not notify unsuccessful quoters that responded to this solicitation. Quoters may request information on purchase order(s) resulting from this solicitation from the contracting officer.

The following provisions are incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum to this solicitation:

· 52.204-7, System for Award Management (OCT 2018)

· 52.204-16, Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting (AUG 2020)

2. FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items”

Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website located at https://www.sam.gov/portal in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items.” If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

· FAR 52.212-4, “Contract Terms and Conditions–Commercial Items” (NOV 2021)

· 52.203-17, Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights (JUN 2020)

· 52.204-4, Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper (MAY 2011)

· 52.204-13, System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018)

· 52.204-18, Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (AUG 2020)

· 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services (NOV 1999)

· 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (MAR 2000)

· 52.232-40, Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (NOV 2021)

· 852.212-70, Provisions and Clauses Applicable to VA Acquisition of Commercial Items (APR 2020)

· 852.203-70, Commercial Advertising

· 852.215-70, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Business Evaluation Factors

· 852.215-71, Evaluation Factor Commitments

· 852.232-72, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests

· 852.219-75, Subcontracting Commitments Monitoring and Compliance (JUL 2018)

· 852.242-71, Administrative Contracting Officer (OCT 2020)

· FAR 52.212-5, “Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders” (JULY 2021) DEVIATION

The following subparagraphs of FAR 52.212-5 are applicable:

· 52.204-10, Reporting Executive Compensation & First-Tier Subcontract Awards (JUN 2020) (Pub. L. 109-282) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note)

· 52.209-6, Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (NOV 2021) (31 U.S.C. 6101 note)

· 52.219-6, Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) (15 U.S.C. 644)

· 52.222-3, Convict Labor (JUN 2003) (E.O. 11755)

· 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015)

· 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) (E.O. 11246)

· 52.222-36, Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) (29 U.S.C. 793)

· 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) (22 U.S.C. chapter 78 and E.O. 13627)

· 52.223-18, Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (JUN 2020) (E.O. 13513)

· 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - System for Award Management (OCT 2018) (31 U.S.C. 3332)

· 52.222-41, Service Contract Labor Standards (AUG 2018) (41 U.S.C. chapter 67)

· 52.222-55, Minimum Wages Under Executive Order 13658 (JAN 2022)

· 52.222-62, Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2017) (E.O. 13706) All quoters shall submit the following: Items listed above in 52.212-1(b) Submission of Quotations

All quotes shall be sent to maryjane.crim@va.gov.

52.212-2 EVALUATION—SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES

(a) Basis for Award. The Government will issue a purchase order to the responsible quoter whose quotation conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.

(b) The following factors shall be used to evaluate quotations:

1. Price – Most advantageous to the Government

2. Past performance – Successful past performance similar in size and scope

3. Technical – Ability for contractor to demonstrate technical approach and methods meet industry standards and adhere to standards and methods recommended by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA).

4. Veterans Involvement

(c) Evaluation Approach. The Government will evaluate quotations using the comparative evaluation process outlined in FAR 13.106-2 (b) (3), where quotations will be compared to one another to determine which provides the best benefit to the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider a quotation other than the lowest price that provides additional benefit(s). Quotations may exceed minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government reserves the right to select a quotation that provides benefit to the Government that exceeds the minimum requirements of the solicitation, but is not required to do so. Each response must meet the minimum requirements of the solicitation. The Government is accepting alternate quotations. The evaluation will consider the following:

(1) Technical: The quotation will be evaluated to the extent to which it can meet and/or exceed the Government’s requirements as outlined in the solicitation and based on the information requested in the instructions to quoters section of the solicitation, specifically the following:

a. Company NETA certification

b. Technician(s) NETA certification

c. Technical approach which shows (provided in narrative):

i. The contractor’s ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems reported by users

ii. How the contractor will meet the required schedule

iii. Reporting of progress and issues to the POC

iv. If subcontracting any work, who subcontracting with and proof of the subcontractor’s capability (NETA certification)

(2) Past Performance: The past performance evaluation will assess the relative risks associated with a quoter’s likelihood of success in fulfilling the solicitation’s requirements as indicated by the quoter’s record of past performance. The past performance evaluation may be based on the contracting officer’s knowledge of and previous experience with the supply or service being acquired; Customer surveys, and past performance questionnaire replies; Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) at http://www.cpars.gov/; or any other reasonable basis.

(3) Veterans Involvement: In accordance with Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 852.215-70 (DEVIATION), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Evaluation Factors, the Government will assign evaluation credit for a Quoter (i.e., prime contractor) which is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or a VOSB. To receive credit, an offeror must be registered and verified in Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database at time of quotation submission and at time of award ( https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov/) and must meet federal small business size standards for the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this solicitation. Non-SDVOSB/VOSB quotations that use SDVOSBs or VOSBs as subcontractors will receive some consideration under this evaluation Factor. Quoters must state in their quotations the names of the SDVOSBs and VOSBs with whom they intend to subcontract and provide a brief description of the proposed subcontracts and the approximate dollar values of the proposed subcontracts. In addition, the proposed subcontractors must be registered and verified in the VetBiz.gov VIP database ( https://www.vip.vetbiz.va.gov/) and must meet federal small business size standards for the NAICS code assigned to this solicitation at time of both quotation submission and at time of award.

(4) Price: The Government will evaluate the total price.

To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition."

OR

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:"

Quoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.

**Site Visit** A site visit will be held on April 13, 2022 at 11:30 AM. All parties interested in attending the site visit shall meet with Ron Pittman at the Engineering Building reception desk.

Submission of your response shall be received not later than April 20, 2022 at 4PM EST at maryjane.crim@va.gov.

Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below. All questions shall be submitted not later than April 17, 2022 @4PM. Any questions submitted after that date and time may not be considered.

Point of Contact Mary Jane Crim maryjane.crim@va.gov