Vail-Tortolita Double-Circuit 230-kV Transmission Line Rebuild Synopsis

This notice provides advance information on a planned competitive solicitation by the Department of Energy Western Area Power Administration to rebuild a double-circuit 230-kV transmission line between the Tortolita and Vail substations in Arizona. The scope of work involves constructing 59 miles of double-circuit and 5 miles of single-circuit 230-kV transmission lines, removing 58 miles of 115-kV lines, and installing fiber optic cables. Respondents are to provide details on relevant prior transmission line construction experience by February 29, 2024 for an evaluation of viability as a potential competitor for solicitation number 89503124RWA000063 releasing on March 25, 2024. Notification will be provided on March 31st indicating which respondents are considered viable competitors and invited to participate in the subsequent solicitation process.

There is no set-aside designation for this requirement. The estimated price range for the transmission line rebuild is $50-90 million and performance is expected to take 25-30 months to complete. Over 58 miles of 115-kV lines will be removed as part of the scope. Notification of viable competitors will be provided by March 31st, with the formal solicitation releasing on March 25, 2024.