SPECIFICATIONS

SCOPE

Harris County is soliciting bids for a term contract to provide Emergency Generator and Installation

Services for Harris County for the term beginning on or about October 1, 2026 and ending one (1) year thereafter or until all services ordered prior to the expiration date have been satisfactorily delivered and accepted or performed satisfactorily for the using department(s).

It is the responsibility of each vendor to examine the entire bid package, seek clarification in writing, and review their bid for accuracy before submitting. Questions relating to this bid must be submitted in writing and directed to Luke Herdrich, Office of the Purchasing Agent, through Bonfire. The deadline for submission of questions relating to this bid is listed on the Event schedule of this project. All questions submitted in writing prior to the deadline will be compiled and answered in writing. A copy of all questions and answers will be released as a Public Notice to all firms. The County will not be bound be any information conveyed verbally.

PRE-BID CONFERENCE

A VOLUNTARY pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST, local time via Microsoft Teams.

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/231622342900461?p=8m0IE87CeHCRJs6KAv

Meeting ID: 231 622 342 900 461

Passcode: hz6J2ih6

Or call in (audio only)

+ 1 281-985-1862, 342 665 377 #

Attendance is not mandatory but encouraged so vendors can gain a better understanding of the requirements listed within this bid. The pre-bid conference will not be rescheduled due to tardiness or any other issues that may arise, no exceptions. Persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations should contact the Purchasing Office at (713) 274- 4400 at least two (2) days prior to the pre-bid conference.

It is the responsibility of each vendor to examine the entire bid package, seek clarification in writing, and review their bid for accuracy before submitting. Questions relating to this bid must be submitted in writing online within Bonfire at https://harriscountytx.bonfirehub.com. The deadline for submission of questions relating to this bid is listed on the Events Schedule within Bonfire. All questions submitted in writing prior to the deadline will be compiled and answered in writing. A copy of all questions and answers will be released as a Public Notice to all firms through Bonfire. The County will not be bound by any information conveyed verbally.

M/WBEs

Harris County strives to engage with prime contractors and subcontractors that represent the diverse businesses of the County. We will ensure that historically underutilized minority- and woman-owned businesses (M/WBEs) receive a fair and equal opportunity to participate in the County's procurement process. The County expects Vendors to make a good faith effort and the Vendor agrees to reasonably assist the County to meet or exceed goals for awarding contracts associated with a project the County procures, operates, maintains, or constructs to M/WBEs.

Emergency Generators and Installation Services for Harris County

RENEWAL OPTIONS

Harris County may consider four (4) one-year renewal options, renewable one (1) year at a time, based upon the same terms, conditions and pricing as the original year. Renewal is subject to approval by the

Harris County Commissioners Court. Once renewal options are exhausted, the contract must be rebid.

Harris County reserves the right to rebid at any time as is in its best interest and is not automatically bound to renew.

CERTIFICATE OF INTERESTED PARTIES (FORM 1295)

Texas law requires all parties who enter into any contract with the County which must be approved by

Commissioners Court to disclose all interested parties. Form 1295 must be completed in its entirety at the following website: https://ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/ prior to submitting your response. Failure to do so may result in disqualification of your response.

USAGE REPORTS

Harris County reserves the right to request, and receive at no additional cost, up to two (2) times during the contract period, a usage report detailing the products and/or services furnished to date under a contract resulting from this bid. The reports must be furnished no later than five (5) working days after written request and itemize all purchases to date by Harris County department, description of each item purchased, quantity of each item purchased, per unit and extended price of each item purchased, and total amount and price of all items purchased.

CHANGE IN CONTRACT

Should any changes to the contract be required, a Change in Contract form shall be generated by Harris

County Purchasing and will be sent to the awarded vendor(s) for execution. Any changes in contract shall be in writing and must be signed by both Harris County and the awarded vendor.

PURCHASE ORDERS

Products and/or services must not be provided and invoices will not be paid without a purchase order, signed by the Harris County Purchasing Agent. Purchase orders will be written in annual increments when applicable.

Once a purchase order is issued, the using department will contact vendor directly to place orders.

NO CONFIDENTIALITY OF BIDS

Once opened, bids are public record. There are no exceptions. When submitting a bid, the vendor must be sure to redact confidential information if the information is needed to address requirements of the bid. If there are any questions concerning confidentiality of information to be submitted, contact Dat Trinh immediately at Luke.Herdrich@harriscountytx.gov.

ALTERATION OF DOCUMENT

No alterations may be made to this document. Any alterations made may result in the bid being deemed non-responsive and rejected. The terms and conditions contained within this bid supersede all conflicting terms within any cooperative purchasing contracts associated with this purchase.

TOLL/PARKING FEES

Any and all toll/parking FEES incurred by the vendor during the term of this contract will be the responsibility of the vendor.

INVOICING

Offerors shall submit all invoices to VendorsInvoices@aud.hctx.net. All invoices shall include submission requirements stated in the specifications including, as applicable, completed certified payroll records and lien waivers. Payment terms are “Net 30” from date the invoice is received by the Auditor’s Office –

Accounts Payable Department; therefore, payment to the Contractor may take up to one (1) month from the date the invoice is initially approved by the Harris County using department and received in Accounts

Payable. Any invoice, which cannot be verified by the contract price and/or is otherwise incorrect, will be returned to the offeror for correction.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

During the term of the contract, only industry-wide changes in price, reflected by documentation from supplying manufacturer/mill(s) will be approved. Pricing is subject to manufacturer’s increase/decrease, and for the amount of the increase/decrease only. Prices cannot be increased for ninety (90) days after the contract begins. Prices cannot be increased within ninety (90) days of any previous price increase. Price reductions must be applied to Harris County costs as soon as applied to vendor’s costs.

Coordination of the project will be through the Harris County Office of the County Engineer and all invoices must be routed through their department. All invoices shall include submission requirements stated in the specifications including completed certified payroll records and lien waivers. Payment terms are “Net 30” from date the invoice is approved by the Office of the County Engineer; therefore, payment to the vendor may be up to one (1) month from the date the invoice is approved by the Office of the County Engineer.

Payment of material shall be in accordance with the attachment titled Policy for Payment.

In addition, the vendor must comply with Texas Government Code (GC) 2258, Prevailing Wage Rates, and

GC 2253.021, Performance and Payment Bonds. Accordingly, GC 2258 requires the vendor to submit a certified payroll record as detailed in the attachment titled Prevailing Wage Rates, Worker Classification

Definitions and Payroll Submittal Instructions

(http://www.eng.hctx.net/Consultants/Construction/Prevailing-Wage-Rates), and compensate any worker employed on a public works project not less than as applicable. As well, GC 2253.021, Performance and

Payment Bonds, requires the vendor to provide a payment bond on all public works jobs that exceed

$25,000, and a performance bond on all public works jobs that exceed $100,000.

The rates quoted on the BidTable (bid pricing sheets) within Bonfire must be all-inclusive. “All-inclusive" shall be construed as costs incorporating all charges for labor, material, equipment and any other cost incurred. No separate line item rates or charges will be accepted. Quantities are estimated. Harris

County may require more or less. In case of a discrepancy between unit and total pricing, unit pricing governs.

The Extra Work Items section of the BidTable are to be used only on the instructions of the field engineer on the job. No compensation will be received for any part of these items unless they are actually used on the job under the direction of the field engineer. Any additional items required over and above those listed on the BidTable will have to be secured on a change-in-contract and are not to be used until they have been approved by the Harris County Auditor’s Office and/or Commissioners Court.

It may be required that the vendor submit a sample of specified items on the BidTable for inspection and approval by the Office of the County Engineer prior to order placement.

The County may award to more than one (1) vendor as “Primary” and “Secondary” vendor. The

“Secondary” vendor will be utilized due to time constraints, availability, etc.

This bid or Commissioners Court approved award does not obligate Harris County to the eventual purchase of any product/service described, implied or which may be proposed. Progress toward this end is solely at the discretion of Harris County and may be terminated at any time.

BEST BID EVALUATION AND AWARD

Under Local Gov’t. Code Chapter 262, which outlines the purchasing and contracting authority of counties, § 262.022(5-a) defines “lowest and best” as “a bid or offer providing the best value considering associated direct and indirect costs, including transport, maintenance, reliability, life cycle, warranties, and customer service after a sale.” [emphasis added]. Local Gov’t. Code § 262.027(a)(1) directs commissioners court to award a contract to the responsible bidder who submits the “lowest and best bid”.

Harris County anticipates awarding to a single to provide the described goods and/or services. Therefore, Harris County reserves the right to award by item, category, overall, or as best serves the County’s interest.

Award will be made to the lowest or best bid as determined by the overall evaluation. “Best bid” shall be interpreted as that which best supports the overall needs of the project and end users in consideration of all associated direct and indirect factors which impact cost and performance to include but not limited to:

• Price.

• Ability, capacity and skill of the vendor to perform contract requirements.

• Time constraints, vendor availability.

• Perform within the time specified, without undue delay or interference.

• Quality of performance with demonstrated ability to perform the work in a satisfactory and timely manner.

• Bidders who routinely demonstrate deficiencies in providing satisfactory performance during a contract period prior to the issuance of this solicitation, may be rejected

SPECIFICATION

The intent of this Invitation for Bid (IFB) is to establish a contract with a qualified Bidder to furnish, deliver, install, commission and provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, tools, permits, transportation, documentation and related services necessary to complete, turnkey Emergency Generator Systems and

Installation Services for Harris County.

The successful Bidder shall provide all necessary services to furnish complete, fully operational, and code-compliant emergency generator systems in accordance with the terms and conditions of this solicitation.

1. Emergency Generator Specifications:

Harris County shall procure emergency standby generator systems for installation at various County facilities. The awarded Vendor shall provide complete, fully operational, turnkey emergency generator systems in accordance with these Specifications and the Contract Documents.

The County reserves the right to purchase generators of various capacities, fuel types, voltages, phases, enclosure configurations, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), accessories, ancillary equipment, and related installation services based on operational requirements, project-specific conditions, and available funding.

Harris County shall not accept used, refurbished, remanufactured, reconditioned, previously rented, or rental-fleet equipment under this contract. All generators and associated equipment furnished shall be new, unused, and in original manufacturer condition at the time of delivery.

Minimum Requirements:

All equipment furnished under this contract shall, at a minimum:

Be delivered in new and unused condition, free from prior ownership or operational use, except for manufacturer-approved factory testing.

Have zero operating hours at the time of delivery, except where limited factory testing is performed by the original manufacturer for quality assurance purposes.

Be free from defects in materials, workmanship, and performance.

Include all original manufacturer documentation, including but not limited to:

o Operation and maintenance manuals o Warranty documentation o Installation and commissioning guides, as applicable

Be accompanied by a manufacturer’s certificate of conformance or equivalent documentation verifying that the equipment is new and meets all applicable specifications.

a. Manufacturer Qualifications

Generators shall be manufactured by an established manufacturer with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience designing and manufacturing commercial and industrial standby power systems. The manufacturer shall maintain an established service organization, replacement parts availability, and technical support within the United States.

Acceptable generator manufacturers include, but are not limited to:

Caterpillar Inc.

Cummins Inc

Generac Power Systems

Kohler

MTU

Aggreko

Atlas Copco

Multiquip

Briggs & Stratton

Baldor

Wacker Neuson

Doosan

Equivalent manufacturers may be considered by Harris County provided the proposed equipment meets or exceeds all requirements of these Specifications and the Vendor demonstrates, to the satisfaction of Harris County, that the proposed manufacturer:

Produces commercial and industrial standby generator systems of similar capacity and application.

Has a proven record of reliable performance on comparable installations.

Maintains factory-authorized service and warranty support within the State of Texas.

Provides replacement parts availability for the expected service life of the equipment.

Meets or exceeds all applicable performance, emissions, safety, and code requirements specified herein.

The determination of equivalency shall be made solely by Harris County

b. Generator Capacity

The generator capacities listed below represent the most commonly anticipated ratings. Harris County reserves the right to procure other commercially available generator capacities not specifically listed herein, provided they are manufactured by an approved manufacturer and otherwise comply with all requirements of this specification. Bidders shall provide pricing for the listed capacities and, upon request, shall furnish pricing for other standard manufacturer ratings using the same pricing methodology established under this contract.

County requires the ability to purchase generators across a full spectrum of power output ratings to support a variety of operational needs. Vendors shall indicate in their bid response which power output ranges they are capable of supplying:

1. 10 kW to 50 kW — Light commercial portable (small offices, field operations)

2. 50 kW to 99 kW — Medium commercial (community centers, small County facilities)

3. 100 kW to 249 kW — Heavy commercial (mid-size County facilities, water facilities)

4. 250 kW to 499 kW — Industrial (large facilities, Emergency Operations Centers (EOC), substations)

5. 500 kW to 999 kW — Large industrial (hospitals, large campuses, major infrastructure)

6. 1,000 kW (1 MW) and above — Utility-scale (major critical infrastructure, stacked load)

c. Fuel Types:

Generators furnished under this Contract shall be available in one or more of the following fuel configurations, as specified by Harris County for each individual project or Work Order.

1. Diesel Fuel Generators shall include at minimum:

Heavy-duty industrial diesel engine specifically designed for stationary emergency standby power applications;

UL-listed base-mounted fuel tank, sub-base fuel tank, or compatible remote fuel storage system, as specified;

Fuel tank capacity sufficient to provide the minimum runtime required by Harris County for the specific facility;

Fuel supply, filtration, venting, and return systems as required for proper operation;

Fuel level indication and low-fuel alarm capability where applicable;

Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local emissions requirements;

For each proposed generator, the vendor shall submit manufacturer-certified fuel consumption at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% rated load, where published by the manufacturer;

Compatibility with ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel.

2. Natural Gas Generators shall include at minimum:

Heavy-duty industrial natural gas engine specifically designed for stationary emergency standby power applications;

Complete gas train assembly suitable for the required gas pressure and site conditions;

Automatic gas safety shutoff valves and associated safety devices;

Pressure regulator(s), sediment trap(s), isolation valve(s), and flexible connections where required;

Fuel supply components compatible with the serving utility's requirements;

Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local emissions requirements;

For each proposed generator, the vendor shall submit manufacturer-certified fuel consumption at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% rated load, where published by the manufacturer;

Coordination with the serving natural gas utility for service requirements, pressure verification, and final connection.

3. Propane / Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Generators shall include at minimum:

Heavy-duty industrial propane (liquefied petroleum gas - LPG) engine specifically designed for stationary emergency standby power applications;

Complete LPG fuel train assembly suitable for the required fuel supply pressure and site conditions;

Automatic fuel safety shutoff valves and associated safety device;

Pressure regulator(s), vaporizer(s) where required, sediment trap(s), isolation valve(s), and flexible fuel connections as required by the manufacturer and applicable code;

UL-listed base-mounted fuel tank, sub-base fuel tank, or compatible remote fuel storage system, as specified;

Fuel tank capacity sufficient to provide the minimum runtime required by Harris County for the specific facility;

Fuel supply, filtration, venting, and return systems as required for proper operation;

Fuel level indication and low-fuel alarm capability where applicable;

Primary and secondary pressure regulation equipment, where required, to maintain proper operating fuel pressure under all load condition;

For each proposed generator, the vendor shall submit manufacturer-certified fuel consumption at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% rated load, where published by the manufacturer;

Fuel system designed and installed in accordance with the generator manufacturer's published requirements;

4. Diesel-Natural Gas Bi-Fuel Generators shall include at minimum:

Heavy-duty industrial diesel engine specifically designed for stationary emergency standby power applications and capable of operating in a diesel-natural gas bi-fuel configuration;

Manufacturer-approved natural gas fuel system designed to supplement diesel fuel while maintaining the required generator output, engine performance, and reliability;

UL-listed base-mounted fuel tank, sub-base fuel tank, or compatible remote fuel storage system, as specified;

Fuel tank capacity sufficient to provide the minimum runtime required by Harris County for the specific facility;

Complete natural gas fuel train assembly suitable for the required gas pressure, flow rate, and site conditions;

Automatic natural gas safety shutoff valve(s) and associated safety devices to automatically isolate the natural gas supply upon detection of an unsafe operating condition;

Primary and secondary pressure regulator(s), where required, to maintain the natural gas supply pressure within the engine manufacturer's specified operating range;

For each proposed generator, the Vendor shall submit manufacturer-certified fuel consumption data at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% rated load for both diesel-only and diesel-natural gas bi-fuel operation, where published by the manufacturer;

For each proposed generator, the Vendor shall identify the manufacturer's rated natural gas substitution rate or percentage of diesel fuel displacement at 25%, 50%, 75%, and

100% rated load, where published by the manufacturer;

The complete bi-fuel system shall be capable of automatically maintaining the specified generator electrical output and frequency throughout the required operating load range without manual fuel system adjustment;

The Vendor shall provide all required natural gas fuel train components, controls, regulators, valves, sensors, piping connections, fittings, flexible connectors, and accessories necessary for a complete and operational bi-fuel generator system.

d. Generator Performance Requirements

1. Electrical Performance Requirements:

Generators shall provide electrical output meeting the requirements specified by Harris County for each individual project. At a minimum, the generator shall meet the following requirements:

Rated voltage: As specified by the County facility requirements;

Frequency: 60 Hertz (Hz).

Phase: Single-phase or three-phase, as specified by Harris County.

Power factor: 0.8 lagging, unless otherwise specified.

Voltage regulation: In accordance with the manufacturer's published performance specifications.

Frequency regulation: In accordance with the manufacturer's published performance specifications.

Rating for continuous operation without performance issues.

Fuel consumption data shall be provided for load conditions of 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% rated load and shall be based on a minimum of 24 hours of continuous operation at each applicable load condition.

Integral circuit breaker protection and surge suppression.

EPA emission standards.

Generator shall maintain stable voltage and frequency during motor starting and load changes within the manufacturer’s published performance limits.

2. Engine Requirements:

The generator shall be powered by a heavy-duty industrial engine specifically designed for stationary emergency standby power applications and shall include, at a minimum:

Electronic engine governor and control system.

Electronic engine monitoring and diagnostics.

Automatic shutdown protection for low oil pressure.

Automatic shutdown protection for high coolant temperature.

Automatic shutdown protection for engine overspeed.

Automatic shutdown protection for overcrank.

Battery charging system.

Engine block heater.

Replaceable fuel, oil, and air filtration systems.

e. ATS Requirements:

Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) shall be furnished as part of a complete emergency power system and shall be designed, manufactured, tested, and installed in accordance with the Contract

Documents, applicable codes and standards, and the manufacturer's published requirements.

The ATS shall include, at a minimum:

Automatic transfer between normal utility power and emergency generator power.

Rated for emergency and standby power applications.

Voltage, current, interrupting, and withstand ratings suitable for the intended application.

Listed and labeled by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for the intended application.

Digital microprocessor-based controller with monitoring and diagnostic capabilities.

Programmable time delay settings for engine start, transfer, retransfer, cooldown, and other operational functions.

Utility source sensing for voltage and frequency.

Generator source sensing where applicable.

Manual operating provisions and manual override capability.

Mechanical and electrical interlocking to prevent simultaneous connection of normal and emergency power sources.

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)-rated enclosure suitable for the installation environment.

Clearly labeled operating controls, settings, and equipment identification.

Event logging and alarm indication capabilities.

Remote monitoring and communication capability, where specified.

Bypass and isolation capability, where specified by the Contract Documents.

Coordination with the generator control system and associated monitoring equipment.

f. Generator Enclosure Requirements:

Weather-protective enclosure suitable for outdoor installations.

Sound-attenuated enclosure, where specified by the Contract Documents or required to meet applicable noise requirements.

Corrosion-resistant materials, finishes, and hardware suitable for the installation environment.

Lockable access panels and doors.

Service access doors providing adequate access for operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair.

Adequate ventilation openings and airflow for combustion air, cooling, and equipment operation.

Rain, snow, debris, rodent, and insect protection when applicable.

Drainage provisions to prevent water accumulation within the enclosure.

Lifting provisions for transportation, installation, and maintenance, when provided by the manufacturer.

Interior and exterior lighting, when applicable.

Identification labels and safety signage in accordance with applicable codes and Harris County standards.

g. Generator Control Systems Requirements:

Digital microprocessor-based control panel with Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) or equivalent digital display.

Operating status monitoring.

Alarm indication and annunciation.

Engine and generator diagnostics.

Battery voltage and charging system monitoring.

Engine runtime hours monitoring.

Automatic engine start and stop control.

Voltage, frequency, current, and power output monitoring.

Oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, and other engine operating parameter monitoring, where applicable.

Emergency shutdown indication and fault history.

Event logging and historical operating records.

Password-protected programmable settings, where applicable.

Remote monitoring and communication capability, where specified.

Compatibility with the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and remote annunciator systems, where specified.

Visual indicators for generator availability, running status, alarm conditions, and shutdown conditions.

Automatic self-test and exercise scheduling capability, where applicable.

2. Installation Services:

The Vendor shall furnish all labor, supervision, project management, project scheduling, coordination, equipment, tools, transportation, permits, inspections, materials, testing, commissioning, documentation, and all other labor, services, and incidentals necessary to provide complete, fully operational emergency generator systems at locations designated by Harris County.

The Vendor shall provide project management services, including schedule management, work sequencing, progress coordination, construction meeting participation, meeting documentation when requested, schedule updates, risk identification, and coordination with Harris County, utility providers, permitting authorities, and other stakeholders throughout the duration of each project. All work shall be performed in accordance with the Contract Documents, the manufacturer's published installation instructions, applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, permit requirements, and recognized industry standards.

Unless otherwise authorized in writing by Harris County, all on-site work shall be performed Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. CST and 5:00 p.m. CST. Overtime hours shall include work performed outside of these standard working hours, including hours exceeding the normal weekday work schedule, work performed on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), or work performed on

Harris County-observed holidays. Work shall not be performed without prior written approval from

Harris County, except in the case of an emergency requiring immediate action to protect life, safety, or

County property. The Vendor shall be responsible for scheduling work to minimize the need for overtime and shall coordinate all approved overtime activities with the County's designated representative.

a. Site Evaluations

Prior to the commencement of installation activities, the Vendor shall perform a comprehensive site evaluation to verify existing field conditions and identify any conditions that may affect the design, installation, operation, or maintenance of the emergency generator system. The Vendor shall be responsible for verifying all existing conditions and shall promptly notify Harris County in writing of any discrepancies, conflicts, or unforeseen conditions prior to commencing Work.

The site evaluation shall include, at a minimum:

Existing electrical service characteristics, available capacity, voltage, phase, and service entrance equipment

Available space and accessibility for generator, Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), fuel system, and associated equipment.

Existing underground and aboveground utility locations and potential conflicts.

Structural conditions of the proposed installation area, including foundation suitability and load-bearing capacity where applicable.

Existing fuel source availability, capacity, pressure, and routing requirements.

Equipment access for delivery, crane operations, rigging, and future maintenance.

Ventilation and combustion air requirements.

Existing drainage patterns, flood hazards, and surface water management.

Adjacent occupied buildings, property lines, and noise-sensitive areas.

Existing grounding and bonding systems.

Existing electrical distribution equipment and connection points.

Utility service coordination requirements.

Code clearance requirements for installation and maintenance.

Existing obstructions that may impact installation.

Environmental conditions that may affect equipment performance or installation.

b. Safety Plan Requirements

Vendor shall develop, submit, and implement a project-specific Safety Plan prior to the commencement of any generator delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, or related Work. The

Safety Plan shall identify potential hazards associated with generator installation and establish procedures and controls necessary to protect workers, Harris County personnel, the public, existing facilities, equipment, utilities, and property. The Vendor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements, including applicable Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA) standards, the Texas Department of Insurance requirements, applicable

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, manufacturer's safety requirements, and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).

The Safety Plan shall address, at a minimum, the following hazards and safety requirements:

Heavy Equipment and Rigging: Procedures for delivery, unloading, lifting, rigging, positioning, and installation of generators, transfer switches, fuel tanks, and associated equipment. Cranes, forklifts, hoists, rigging equipment, and other lifting devices shall be operated by qualified personnel and shall be inspected and used in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements and manufacturer's instructions.

Electrical Hazards: Procedures for electrical installation, testing, energization, and connection to existing electrical systems. The Vendor shall comply with applicable OSHA electrical requirements and NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code). Electrical equipment shall be properly grounded and protected against accidental contact.

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): The Vendor shall establish and implement procedures in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 for controlling hazardous energy during installation, maintenance, testing, and connection of the generator and associated electrical equipment. All sources of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, and stored energy shall be identified and controlled before work is performed.

Arc Flash and Energized Electrical Work: The Vendor shall identify arc-flash hazards and implement appropriate electrical safety procedures, approach boundaries, PPE, and equipment labeling. Energized electrical work shall be avoided whenever feasible and shall only be performed when permitted by applicable OSHA requirements and electrical safety standards.

Fall Protection: The Vendor shall provide appropriate fall protection for work performed at elevated locations in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements, including 29 CFR

1926 Subpart M where applicable.

Crane and Hoisting Operations: The Vendor shall comply with applicable OSHA requirements for cranes and derricks, including 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC, where applicable.

The Vendor shall verify load capacities, lifting points, rigging configurations, ground conditions, overhead clearances, and exclusion zones before lifting operations.

Fuel and Flammable Materials: Procedures shall be provided for the safe handling, storage, connection, and testing of diesel fuel, gasoline, propane/LPG, and natural gas, as applicable to the generator. The Vendor shall control ignition sources and comply with applicable

OSHA, NFPA, fire code, and manufacturer's requirements.

Natural Gas and Propane Systems: For generators using natural gas, propane, or bi-fuel systems, the Vendor shall establish procedures for gas isolation, pressure control, leak detection, ventilation, purging, testing, and emergency shutdown. Gas piping shall not be placed into service until required inspections and leak testing have been completed.

Hot Work: Welding, cutting, brazing, grinding, or other activities capable of producing heat, sparks, or open flames shall be performed in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements and the project's hot-work procedures. Combustible materials shall be removed or adequately protected, and appropriate fire extinguishers and fire watches shall be provided where required.

Confined Spaces: The Vendor shall identify any tanks, pits, vaults, utility spaces, or other areas that meet the definition of a permit-required or non-permit-required confined space.

Entry shall comply with applicable OSHA requirements, including 29 CFR 1910.146, where applicable.

Exhaust and Carbon Monoxide: The Vendor shall address hazards associated with generator exhaust and carbon monoxide. Exhaust systems shall be properly installed and terminated to prevent exhaust gases from entering occupied spaces, air intakes, doors, windows, or other areas where personnel may be exposed.

Ventilation: Adequate ventilation shall be provided during generator operation, testing, fuel-system work, and other activities that may produce exhaust gases, fumes, vapors, heat, or airborne contaminants.

Fire Protection: The Vendor shall provide appropriate fire prevention and protection measures during installation and testing. Required fire extinguishers shall be readily accessible, and emergency access routes and fire lanes shall remain unobstructed.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): The Vendor shall provide and enforce the use of PPE appropriate for the work, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility apparel, safety footwear, hearing protection, fall protection, arc-flash PPE, respiratory protection, and other PPE as required by the hazards present.

Excavation and Underground Utilities: Where excavation is required for fuel piping, electrical conduits, grounding systems, concrete pads, or other installation activities, the

Vendor shall identify underground utilities before excavation and comply with applicable

OSHA excavation requirements, including 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P, where applicable.

Traffic and Site Access: The Vendor shall establish procedures for delivery vehicles, cranes, forklifts, construction equipment, pedestrians, and other site traffic. Appropriate barricades, warning signs, spotters, exclusion zones, and traffic-control measures shall be provided where necessary.

Weather and Environmental Conditions: The Vendor shall establish procedures for severe weather, extreme heat, lightning, high winds, flooding, and other environmental conditions that may affect safe installation or lifting operations.

Existing Building and Utility Protection: The Vendor shall coordinate all work around existing electrical systems, mechanical systems, utilities, fire protection systems, building finishes, and occupied areas. Temporary protection and barriers shall be provided to prevent damage and unauthorized access.

Housekeeping: The Vendor shall maintain the work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Construction debris, packaging, fuel residues, scrap materials, cords, hoses, and other trip or fire hazards shall be removed promptly.

The Vendor shall develop and maintain an emergency response procedure addressing, at a minimum, electrical shock or arc-flash incidents, fire, fuel or gas leaks, equipment failure, lifting incidents, injuries, carbon monoxide exposure, severe weather, and other foreseeable emergencies.

Emergency contact information, evacuation procedures, fire extinguisher locations, first-aid procedures, and methods for contacting emergency services shall be identified and communicated to all personnel.

The Vendor shall immediately report to the Harris County Representative any serious injury, fire, gas or fuel leak, property damage, electrical incident, equipment failure, or other significant safety incident occurring during the Work. The Vendor shall promptly correct unsafe conditions and shall not resume affected Work until the condition has been adequately addressed.

Compliance with the Safety Plan, OSHA requirements, and other applicable safety standards shall not relieve the Vendor of responsibility for the safety of its employees, subcontractors, Harris

County personnel, the public, or its operations. The Vendor shall be solely responsible for providing safe working conditions and for taking all reasonable precautions necessary to prevent injury, property damage, environmental releases, and interruption of County operations.

c. Permits and Code Compliance

The Vendor shall obtain, coordinate, and pay for all permits, licenses, inspections, testing, approvals, and certifications required by the applicable Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), utility providers, and regulatory agencies unless otherwise specified by Harris County.

All work shall comply with the latest adopted editions of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, and standards, including, but not limited to

National Electrical Code (NEC/NFPA 70);

NFPA 37 – Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas

Turbines;

NFPA 70B – Electrical Equipment Maintenance, where applicable;

NFPA 99 – Health Care Facilities Code, where applicable;

NFPA 110 – Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems;

International Building Code (IBC);

International Fire Code (IFC);

International Mechanical Code (IMC), where adopted;

International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), where adopted;

Local building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, and fuel gas codes;

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), where applicable;

OSHA regulations;

EPA regulations, where applicable;

Environmental regulations governing emissions, fuel storage, spill prevention, and noise control.

The Vendor shall promptly coordinate all required inspections with the applicable Authority Having

Jurisdiction (AHJ), Harris County representatives, utility providers, and all other agencies having jurisdiction over the Work.

d. Utility Coordination and Protection

The Contractor shall be solely responsible for all utility coordination and utility-related activities required for the furnishing and installation of the emergency generator system. This shall include, but not be limited to, coordination with electric, natural gas, propane, telecommunications, water, wastewater, and other utility providers having facilities located at or serving the project site.

1. Utility Locating: Prior to commencing excavation, trenching, drilling, boring, or other work that could affect existing utilities, the Contractor shall verify the location, depth, alignment, and condition of all existing underground and aboveground utilities. The Contractor shall coordinate with applicable utility-locating services and utility providers and shall comply with all applicable utility locating and excavation requirements.

2. Utility Coordination: The Contractor shall coordinate directly with all affected utility providers for utility disconnects, relocations, service modifications, meter requirements, new service connections, inspections, approvals, and energization, as applicable to the generator installation.

3. Protection of Utilities: The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all existing utilities, utility lines, conduits, piping, cables, structures, and associated facilities during the Work. No excavation or construction activity shall proceed until the Contractor has adequately identified and marked the location of affected utilities.

4. Damage to Utilities: The Contractor shall be fully responsible for any damage caused to existing utility lines, conduits, piping, cables, equipment, or other utility facilities as a result of the

Contractor's activities, including damage resulting from inadequate utility locating, failure to coordinate with utility providers, improper excavation, or failure to comply with applicable requirements. The Contractor shall immediately notify the County and the affected utility provider of any damage and shall, at no additional cost to the County, arrange and pay for all required repairs, restoration, replacement, emergency response, service interruption costs attributable to the Contractor, and related expenses.

5. Utility Conflicts: If an unidentified or incorrectly located utility is encountered, the Contractor shall immediately stop work in the affected area, protect the utility, and notify Harris County.

The Contractor shall not relocate, disconnect, alter, or otherwise interfere with any utility without prior authorization from the County and the affected utility provider.

6. No Additional Cost: Utility coordination, locating, protection, permits, inspections, utility provider fees, temporary services, required repairs, and all other utility-related work necessary to complete the generator installation shall be considered incidental to the Work and shall be included in the Contractor's Bid Price unless specifically identified otherwise in the Contract

Documents.

7. Responsibility for Delays: The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating utility activities sufficiently in advance to maintain the project schedule. Delays resulting from the Contractor's failure to properly coordinate with utility providers shall not constitute grounds for additional compensation or an extension of time.

e. Generator Foundation

The Vendor shall furnish and install reinforced concrete foundations or manufacturer-approved prefabricated foundation systems designed by a Professional Engineer, where required, and shall be solely responsible for ensuring it safely supports the full operating weight of the generator, fuel system, ancillary equipment, and all applicable design loads.

The Vendor's foundation responsibilities shall include, at a minimum:

Be level and constructed within the equipment manufacturer's published tolerances.

Extend beyond the generator footprint as recommended by the manufacturer.

Be designed and constructed in accordance with applicable building codes and American

Concrete Institute (ACI) standards.

Be designed to support all dead, live, wind, seismic, and equipment operating loads applicable to the installation location.

Include properly designed anchor bolts, embedded hardware, and mounting systems compatible with the generator manufacturer's requirements.

Include positive drainage to prevent ponding or standing water beneath or around the equipment.

Maintain required clearances for equipment operation, maintenance, ventilation, and access.

Be located above finished grade or otherwise protected from surface water intrusion where required by the Contract Documents.

Be constructed to minimize differential settlement and provide long-term structural stability.

f. Generator Installation

Generators shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's published installation instructions, the Contract Documents, applicable codes and standards, and recognized industry best practices. Installation shall result in a complete, fully operational, fully integrated, and code-compliant emergency power system ready for service.

Generator installations shall include, at a minimum:

Proper equipment alignment, leveling and anchorage.

Vibration isolation where required by the manufacturer or Contract Documents.

Flexible conduit, cable, fuel piping, and exhaust connections where required.

Weatherproof or weather-resistant enclosures and accessories where applicable.

Corrosion-resistant fasteners, anchors, hardware, supports, and miscellaneous metals suitable for the installation environment.

Adequate service, maintenance, and code-required working clearances.

Proper airflow, ventilation, combustion air, and cooling clearances.

Grounding and bonding in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the

Contract Documents.

Fuel system installation and connections in accordance with applicable codes, manufacturer requirements, and the Contract Documents.

Exhaust system installation, routing, supports, terminations, and clearances in accordance with applicable codes, manufacturer requirements, and the Contract Documents.

Battery system installation, battery charger, batteries, and associated accessories where applicable.

Equipment identification, labeling, and safety signage as required by applicable codes and

Harris County standards.

Coordination of all utility connections, communication interfaces, and final system integration.

Final adjustment and verification of all equipment to ensure proper operation prior to commissioning and testing.

g. Electrical Installation

The Vendor shall furnish and install all electrical equipment, materials, labor, and accessories necessary to provide a complete, fully operational, and code-compliant emergency generator system.

Electrical work shall be performed in accordance with the Contract Documents, the manufacturer's published installation instructions, the latest adopted National Electrical Code (NEC), applicable local codes, and recognized industry standards.

Electrical installation shall include, at a minimum:

Power feeders;

Control wiring;

Conduit and fittings;

Junction and pull boxes;

Disconnect switches;

Grounding and bonding conductors;

Equipment grounding;

Surge protective devices (SPDs), where specified;

Overcurrent protective devices;

Load Connections;

ATS Connections;

Generator monitoring and communication circuits;

Emergency shutdown circuits;

Cable Terminations and lugs;

Equipment identification labels and circuit identification;

Electrical supports, raceways, and cable management systems;

Conductors shall be sized in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), equipment ratings, available fault current, and the manufacturer's published recommendations.

All wiring shall be installed in approved raceway systems and shall be properly supported, protected, secured, terminated, tested, and permanently identified in accordance with applicable codes and

Harris County standards.

All electrical equipment shall be tested, adjusted, and verified for proper operation prior to Final

Acceptance.

h. Fuel System Installation

For diesel generators, installation shall include, as applicable:

Base-mounted fuel tanks;

Sub-base fuel tanks;

Remote fuel tanks;

Fuel supply and return piping;

Fuel leak detection systems, where required;

Fuel filtration systems;

Tank vents and vent piping;

Spill containment and overfill protection, where required;

Emergency fuel shutoff devices;

Flexible fuel connections where required;

Fuel level monitoring and alarm systems, where specified;

Fuel system supports, hangers, and protection;

Fuel system testing for leaks and proper operation prior to Final Acceptance.

For natural gas generators, installation shall include, as applicable:

Natural gas piping;

Gas pressure regulators;

Manual and automatic shutoff valves, where required;

Sediment traps (drip legs);

Flexible gas connectors where required;

Pressure testing in accordance with applicable codes;

Utility coordination and service activation;

Gas piping supports and protection;

Purging, startup, and commissioning in accordance with the manufacturer's published requirements;

Final leak testing and operational verification prior to Final Acceptance.

For propane (LPG) generators, installation shall include, as applicable:

Propane/LPG piping and associated fuel supply connections;

Base-mounted fuel tanks;

Sub-base fuel tanks;

Remote fuel tanks;

Fuel supply and return piping;

Fuel leak detection systems, where required;

Fuel filtration systems;

Tank vents and vent piping;

Sediment traps (drip legs) and other required fuel-system components;

Installation and verification of tank regulators, relief devices, valves, and other propane system components required for safe and reliable generator operation;

Propane piping supports, restraints, protection from physical damage, and required clearances in accordance with…