MPEI Mitigation Projects.kmz

The file MPEI Mitigation Projects.kmz is a project document from Mountain Parks Electric Inc. (MPEI) in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Safety's Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) and FEMA under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). The project involves 6 approved electric distribution workplan projects located in Grand and Jackson counties, Colorado, focused on powerline utility construction with specific emphasis on undergrounding overhead power lines and overhead rebuilds. The project timeline spans from Q3 2025 (July-September) through Q1 2027 (January-March), with potential contract extension options. The contract seeks a qualified contractor experienced in both overhead and underground 25Kv distribution construction, with bid evaluation based on contractor qualifications, safety record, references, and pricing.

The solicitation provides equal employment opportunities and is funded through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, emphasizing wildfire mitigation infrastructure improvements. Contractor selection will be competitive, with bidders required to demonstrate substantial expertise in utility construction, particularly in high-voltage electrical distribution systems. The project's geographic focus on Grand and Jackson counties suggests targeted infrastructure resilience improvements, likely in response to wildfire risks in rural Colorado mountain regions. While specific budget allocations are not detailed in the file, the project appears to be part of a broader state-level initiative to enhance electrical grid safety and reduce potential wildfire transmission risks through strategic infrastructure upgrades.