25-0116-6 purchase and installation of a new generator and automatic transfer switch

Chatham County, Georgia is soliciting competitive bids for Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-0116-6, which seeks a qualified contractor to purchase and install a new 300 Kw Generator and 600amp Automatic Transfer Switch at the Chatham County Fleet Services facility located at 33 Minus Ave. in Garden City. The project requires a licensed electrical contractor with a minimum of 5 years' experience installing generators, specifically with expertise in 150kw units and above. Contractors must provide all materials, supplies, equipment, tools, and labor necessary for a complete installation, including obtaining electrical permits, coordinating with Georgia Power, and performing startup and testing of the new generator and transfer switch. The work must be completed within 30 business days after equipment delivery, with bid award based on the lowest unit price that includes all associated costs such as shipping, freight, and delivery. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM, and the final bid opening will occur on September 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with all submissions required through the county's procurement portal.

The solicitation includes specific requirements for minority and women-owned business enterprise (M/WBE) participation, with a combined goal of 30% unless otherwise specified. Bidders must demonstrate good faith efforts to subcontract with or purchase supplies from qualified M/WBE businesses and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and business automobile liability. The contract includes robust warranty terms, with three years of labor coverage and five years for parts and equipment, with warranty costs to be included in the unit price. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive specifications for the generator (standby power rating of 300KW, 277/480 volts 3 Phase) and automatic transfer switch (service-rated, 600 amps, 3-pole, NEMA 3R enclosure) suggest a significant infrastructure investment. Bidders must also provide a current Occupational Tax Certificate and comply with various legal and procedural guidelines, with the county reserving the right to reject any non-responsive bids.