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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 07-23-2025 36C250 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 3140 Governor’s Place Blvd. Suite 210 Kettering OH 45409-1337 36C250 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 3140 Governor's Place Blvd.

Suite 210 Kettering OH 45409-1337 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C25025Q0750 07-17-2025

X X X X The purpose of this solicitation amendment is to provide an updated SOW and Basis for Award. The sections are updated to add equivalent contractor qualifications.

Mary Jane Crim Contracting Officer

STATEMENT OF WORK

1. INTRODUCTION:

A. This SOW describes the requirements for the maintenance, inspection, testing, and/or calibration of the Electrical Power Distribution System and all of its components at the Dayton VA Medical Center, 4100 West Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428. These work items are referenced as “Testing and Maintenance” in this document, hereafter.

B. This SOW describes the requirements for the Qualified Electrical Contract Professionals – known as “Contractors” in this document, hereafter. Contractors who are contracted by VA Medical Center to perform testing and maintenance of the Electrical Power Distribution System, and all of its components shall meet all requirements stated in Section 2 of this SOW.

C. This SOW describes the requirements to establish testing and maintenance reports.

2. QUALIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTORS:

A. Contractors shall be experienced Electrical Contractors, having properly trained and licensed permanent staff required to perform the proposed work. Electrical Contracting (i.e. the construction, repair, testing and maintenance of industrial and commercial electrical distribution systems) shall be the primary interest/specialty of the Contractor’s business.

B. Contractors shall be certified by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association, Inc. (NETA) as Certified Technicians with each having completed the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) approved 10-hour construction safety training. An on-site Competent Person as defined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E shall have completed the OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Training. A NETA Certified Field Service Engineer or equivalent is required to supervise the maintenance, inspection, testing and/or calibration of the Electrical Power Distribution System and all of its components as outlined in the specifications. Equivalent certifications, degrees, and field experience are acceptable and include professionals certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), advanced training through OEM-sponsored institutions, engineers with degrees in electrical engineering, registered professional engineers (PEs), highly experienced technicians with documented success on similar federal projects.

C. Contractors shall be a member of NETA or possess an equivalent certification, degree, or demonstrable field experience as listed above, have technical training, and demonstrate track records of working experience in maintenance, inspection, testing, and/or calibration of Electrical Power Distribution Systems and related components in healthcare, industrial, educational, and commercial facilities for a minimum of ten (10) continuous years. Electrical components on which the Contractors have experience shall include, but not be limited to, switchboards & switchgear (low and medium voltage); low voltage controls; emergency and standby generators; automatic transfer switches, wiring, transformers, meters, and other electrical appurtenances. Provide a list of three (3) jobs that are similar is scope and cost.

D. Contractors shall have safety trainings, either on-the-job or classroom type, in electrical safety outlined in OSHA Standard 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910 Subpart S – Electrical and NFPA 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Training certification shall be provided indicating each technician is a Qualified Person as defined by NFPA 70E. Training certifications shall be submitted to the VA Contracting Officer prior to work. If no training certifications are available, the contractor’ Employer shall certify that he/she has met this requirement in writing and submit it to the VA Contracting Officer prior to work.

E. Contractors shall have ready access to and knowledge of the latest versions of the following references:

1) NFPA 70, National Electrical Code

2) NFPA 70B, Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance

3) NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety for the Workplace

4) NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power System

5) OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910, Subparts I & S

6) NETA – Maintenance and Testing Specifications

7) Operating/Maintenance manuals, and specifications of the electrical equipment to be maintained and tested. These documents may be obtained from the VHA Medical Center, or the equipment manufacturers.

8) VHA Directive 1028, Electrical Power Distribution System

F. Contractors shall have and provide all necessary tools, equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to perform the work safely, effectively, and timely. Tools, equipment, and PPE shall comply with the requirements of OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910, Subpart I, and NFPA 70E. Prior to initiating work, Contractor shall provide documentation that all instruments, test equipment, tools and PPE have current calibration. Dated calibration labels shall be visible on all instruments, test equipment, tools and PPE as appropriate.

3. SUMMARY OF WORK:

A. Transformers, including all related components, are inspected, tested, and maintained ,to include the lab testing for the liquids in all wet type transformers.

B. Electrical equipment (including, but not limited to switchgears, switchboards, distribution panels, motor control centers, and all related components) are required to be inspected, tested, maintained, or calibrated.

NOTE: The National Electrical Testing Association (NETA) provides guidance which is considered best practice for the maintenance of electrical equipment; these practices should be followed to the maximum extent possible.

C. An Infra-Red Inspection will be performed of the hospital equipment located in Buildings 310, 322, 330, 335, 340 & 341 before associated outages occur. The Dayton VAMC will supply a person to assist the technicians with locating the equipment included in the infrared inspections.

D. The Contractor shall provide a proposed schedule within 14 days of award date. 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 COR; any requirements for adjusting the schedule (e.g. to minimize disruption to the Dayton VAMC) shall be incorporated by the Contractor.

E. The proposed work is investigative in nature and could reveal a need for corrective maintenance, replacement of parts, or even replacement of complete system elements. Contractors shall report deficiencies that are deemed critical or catastrophic immediately to the Contracting Officer and COR for immediate actions. The contractor shall not take any action to repair without a proper purchase order as these services are not covered in this SOW. Any unapproved repair work shall be deemed to have been performed at the convenience of the contractor and Government shall make no reimbursement for the services rendered.

F. All work shall be coordinated and scheduled through the COR as to minimize disruption to normal patient care. Power outages must be carefully planned and preapproved by the Medical Center. Outages must be performed after normal business hours unless otherwise approved by the Medical Center. Outages must be scheduled with the COR a minimum of two-weeks before planned outages are to occur.

G. Contractor shall have 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP) to complete the work.

4. DELIVERABLES:

A. A complete written report of the work performed shall be provided to the VA within 14 days of completion. Information shown in the report shall be formatted as follows:

1) Company’s name, addresses, telephone number

2) Name and signature of contractors who perform the maintenance and testing

3) VA Contract and Purchase Order

4) Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) names and contact information

5) Date and Time of work

6) Copies of all contractor valid licenses, professional and training certificates

7) Descriptions and model number of specialized tools and equipment used, such as torque wrench or infrared scanning camera

8) Location, type, name, and nameplate information of electrical equipment to be maintained and tested

9) Descriptions of work items

10) Test data

11) Reference materials such as equipment manufacturer’s specifications, coordination study, etc.

12) Remarks on conditions of electrical equipment. List all deficiencies, if any.

13) Recommend corrective actions, if any, to include feedback on overall system.

B. Submit one electronic copy of the complete written report to the COR within 14 calendar days of completion of all services. All reference materials shall be included in the electronic version of the report, either through scanning or other means of electronic text import methods.

C. Submit two (2) hard copies of the complete written report in a binder neatly arranged with dividers for each item and sub-item, and one (1) CD-ROM or DVD of the electronic version of the report in Microsoft Word or PDF format to the COR within 14 calendar days of completion of all services. All reference materials shall be included in the electronic version of the report, either through scanning or other means of electronic text import methods.

The following equipment must be inspected, tested, lubricated, and cleaned as noted:

69KV SUBSTATION (SOUTH)

69KV SUBSTATION (NORTH)

BLDG #310 SUBSTATION #1 (A/B)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #310 GENERATOR BREAKERS

ITEM # TWO (2) SQUARE D 480V 800A TYPE NT-08LI THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

ITEM # FIVE (5) SQUARE D 480V 600A TYPE PJ THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #330 SUBSTATION (USA, USB)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #330 SUBSTATION (US1A, US1B)

BLDG #330 SUBSTATION (US1C, US1D)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #330 SUBSTATION (US1X, US1P)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #330 GENERATOR BREAKERS (UNITS 1-4)

BLDG #330 GENERATOR BREAKERS (UNITS 6-7)

BLDG #147 SUBSTATION (T-1)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #126 SUBSTATION (T-2)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #128 SUBSTATION (T-3)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #118 SUBSTATION (T-4.1) (PROTESTANT CHAPEL)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #9

BLDG #119 SUBSTATION (T-4.2)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #9

BLDG #121 SUBSTATION (T-4.3)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #116 SUBSTATION (T-5)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #120 SUBSTATION (T-5A/T-5B)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #115 SUBSTATION (T-6)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE 208V 2000A TYPE THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER (DIGITRIP 310).

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #400 SUBSTATION (T-7)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #210/214 SUBSTATION (T-8)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #162 SUBSTATION (T-9)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #305 SUBSTATION (T-12)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 1600A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #408 SUBSTATION (T-13)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 1600A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #143 SUBSTATION (T-14)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #131 SUBSTATION (T-14A)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #425 SUBSTATION (T-15)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #127 SUBSTATION (T-16)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #129 SUBSTATION (T-16A)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #402 SUBSTATION (T-17.1)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #401 SUBSTATION (T-17.2)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #225 SUBSTATION (T-18.1)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #9

BLDG #226 SUBSTATION (T-18.2)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #9

BLDG #302 SUBSTATION (T-19)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 1200A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10 ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 1600A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #410 SUBSTATION (T-20.1)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) SQUARE D 480V 2000A TYPE RG-2000 THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

ITEM # ONE (1) SQUARE D 480V 800A TYPE PJ THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 800A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #411 SUBSTATION (T-20.2)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

TEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 2000A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #411 SUBSTATION (T-20.3)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #409 SUBSTATION (T-21)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) SQUARE D 480V 2000A TYPE RG-2000 THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

ITEM # ONE (1) SQUARE D 480V 1200A TYPE PG THREE PHASE STAIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 1200A TYPE SPECTRA RMS THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #412 SUBSTATION (T-22)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) GENERAL ELECTRIC 480V 1600A TYPE POWER BREAK THREE PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED INSULATED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER. (MICRO-VERSA TRIP PLUS) Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #10

BLDG #135/137/139 SUBSTATION (T-23)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #128 SUBSTATION (SL-26.3)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #214 SUBSTATION (SL-27)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #116 SUBSTATION (SL-28)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #135 SUBSTATION (SL-29)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #320 480V SUBSTATION (T-30)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

ITEM # ONE (1) WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC 480V TYPE DS-416 1600A THREE-PHASE STATIONARY MOUNTED AIR FRAME CIRCUIT BREAKER WITH AMPTECTOR 1A TRIP UNIT (T-30 Secondary Main) Clean, inspect, lubricate, and test as per Appendix #10.

BLDG #315 SUBSTATION (T-33)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #1301 SUBSTATION (T-34)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #108 SUBSTATION (T-35)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #340 SUBSTATION (T-36)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

BLDG #133 SUBSTATION (T-37)

Clean, inspect, and test as per appendix #7

15KV PADMOUNT SWITCHES

INFRA-RED INSPECTION

ITEM # INFRA-RED INSPECTION.OF HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN BUILDINGS 310, 322, 330, 335, 340 & 341.

EQUIPMENT INCLUDES DRY-TYPE TRANSFORMERS, DISTRIBUTION PANELS/MCCS AND ATS SWITCHES, BOTH NORMAL AND EMERGENCY POWER.

An infra-red inspection should be performed on your entire electrical system each year. This will indicate any loose electrical connections, insufficient contact pressures, excessive conductor loading, etc. This inspection should be completed under normal loading conditions and in advance of any upcoming equipment shutdown periods. With this inspection, you will receive a photograph(s) and an engineering report, which will indicate any problem areas found during this inspection.

BLDG #310 – 208/120 V Transformers

BLDG #322 – 208/120 V Transformers

BLDG #330 – 208/120 V Transformers

BLDG #335 – 208/120 V Transformers

BLDG #340 – 208/120 V Transformers

BLDG #341 – 208/120 V Transformers

BLDG #350- 208/120 liquid Filled Transformer

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

Basis for Award

Award will be based upon the best overall value to the Government considering the evaluation factors listed below utilizing Comparative Evaluation procedures.

The Government will evaluate quotations using the comparative evaluation process, 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 may determine that a quote is unacceptable if the quoted prices are significantly unbalanced or not all required information is provided.

Questions/Clarifications: In order to maintain integrity, all quoters are advised that any questions/clarifications shall be submitted in written form via email to the Contracting Officer designated in the solicitation and shall be received no later than July 25, 2025. Questions after that date may not be accepted.

Preparation of Quotes: The Government shall not pay any costs incurred in preparation and submission of quotes.

The Items identified below detail the criteria that will be required to be included in the submission of a quote package for consideration for award. Quotes should ensure that there is enough information in addition to the required information below to adequately describe how the quoter expects to meet or exceed the requirements identified in the Performance Work Statement. Failure to meet any requirement established in this RFQ may result in rejection of the quote.

Only emailed quotes shall be accepted. Quoter shall ensure that the quote is received to the designated contracting person prior to the closing date and time.

Failure to submit the necessary information may render the Quote unacceptable, in which case it will not be considered for award. Quotes will be evaluated in accordance with the criteria set forth below. Quoters are encouraged to submit quotes that represent the best terms and conditions of the Quoter.

Quoter shall provide (only emailed submissions will be accepted – maryjane.crim@va.gov):

· Narrative on how the vendor will meet all requirements in the Statement of Work and in accordance with all required regulations

· Copies of required certifications permitting the vendor to provide the services

· NETA Certification or equivalent certification, degree, or field experience demonstrated in narrative and past performance references (Section 2 – Qualifications of Contractors in SOW)

· OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training – All employees working on-site

· OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training – All “competent person” on-site

· Pricing information with a breakdown of all labor (separate labor categories) and materials

· At least three and not more than five past performance for work of a similar size and scope within the past 5 years

· Completed and signed Limitation on Subcontracting – VAAR 852.219-75 The VA will evaluate the following:

· Pricing

· Pricing will be evaluated whether it provides “best value” to the Government when compared to the IGCE, which was determined utilizing past and current contract pricing and informal quotes

· Technical

· Whether the vendor’s technical narrative describes a clear and concise plan to meet all requirements in the SOW and whether the vendor has a clear understanding of the SOW

· The quoter’s narrative will be compared to the SOW to ensure all requirements are included in the narrative and described in a manner…