IFB_1100_CPG1005_0600_2_v2.xlsx

This is a Pricing Submittal Sheet for Invitation for Bid (IFB) 1100 CPG1005 issued by the City of Austin, dba Austin Energy, for the procurement of electric protective devices on an annual basis. The solicitation requires pricing for two categories of equipment: Category 1 specifies ten line items including CM52 network protectors in various amperage ratings (1,875 to 3,000 amps) at dual voltage configurations (216Y/125 or 480Y/277 volts), relay submersible stack lights, arc flash reduction maintenance system kits, VaultGard sensor modules, and Class L current-limiting fuses with estimated quantities ranging from 1 to 24 units per item. All products must be submitted with manufacturer specifications and part numbers as detailed in the price sheet. Bids were due on March 10, 2026, with the solicitation posted on February 16, 2026. The City reserves the right to award a single contract based on overall low cost or multiple awards based on individual line items, categories, or other criteria deemed most advantageous.

All pricing must be all-inclusive with no separate charges permitted for administrative fees, overhead, shipping, transportation, travel time, fuel surcharges, or delivery to the Austin, Texas area. Delivery shall be FOB destination via common carrier (FedEx or UPS). Category 2 allows the City to purchase additional non-specified items available from the contractor at a percentage markup over manufacturing cost. Offerors must submit unit prices and lead times for Category 1 items, with mathematical discrepancies between unit and extended prices resolved in favor of the unit price. The City offers optional preference programs including the Small Business Preference Program for SBA-certified entities and the Local Business Preference Program for businesses headquartered in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos Metropolitan Statistical Area. All contractors must complete mandatory certifications addressing wage theft compliance, debarment status, conflicts of interest, and compliance with state and local statutes, and must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Business Automobile Liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence.