26th Street Substation Equipment Upgrades Bid #26-0717

The City of Bay City, located in Bay County, Michigan, is seeking sealed bids for the 26th Street Substation Equipment Upgrades Bid #26-0717, focusing on electrical equipment and materials procurement. The specific procurement includes 2 Turner Electric Unitized Switches, 3 reels of 500 CU Primary Wire (Okonite Copper or Aluminum), 1 reel of OH 477 ACSR Primary Wire, and 72 Horizontal Line Post 46kV Insulators. Bids are due on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department, with a public bid opening and reading immediately following. Bidders must submit one original and one copy of their bid, with bids exceeding $50,000 requiring a 5% bid security deposit. The city will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, responsibility, and overall best interest, with no substitutions permitted for the specified products. Technical specifications for each item are detailed in the bid document, and bidders must adhere to strict submission requirements.

The procurement appears to have a local preference policy that may provide advantageous consideration to local vendors. Bidders must submit several mandatory documents, including a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Non-Iran Linked Business Affidavit, and Debarment Certification. Comprehensive insurance coverage is required, including general liability, workers' compensation, automobile liability, and professional liability insurance. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned, the bid suggests a competitive process open to qualified vendors. Payment terms are set at Net 60 days for approved invoices, and the contract will be awarded to the most responsible and responsive bidder as determined by the City Commission. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the detailed equipment list and insurance requirements indicate a substantial project investment, likely in the six-figure range for electrical substation upgrades.