BCCX Generator Switch Gear

The Tennessee Department of Correction is seeking bids for a Generator Switch Gear Upgrade at the Bledsoe County Correctional Complex (BCCX) located in Pikeville, TN. The procurement is a one-time purchase of a Woodward EasyGen 3500XT-P2 controller, specifically to replace HMI/PL controls on switchgear lineups for three generator systems controlling various facility areas including Administration, Central, Units 21, 24, 25, Support I, Women's Facility, and Kitchen. The project requires replacing controls on switchgear lineups 5 and 7 with two Woodard EasyGen 3500XT-P2 controllers and one remote Panel RP-3000XT to manage power distribution for areas including B, C, D, E, Sallyport, and Armory. The bid event (Event ID 32918-0000013733) is open from 09/17/2025 14:29:54 CDT to 10/02/2025 14:00:00 CDT, with a shipping due date of 10/07/2025. Prospective vendors must submit questions in writing by September 24, 2025, and submit bids through the Tennessee Edison Supplier Portal. The procurement contact is Regan Baltasar, reachable at Regan.Baltasar@tn.gov or 615-532-6357.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned for this procurement. Vendors must be registered with the Tennessee Department of Revenue and comply with state regulations, including the Iran Divestment Act. Insurance requirements include maintaining commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability insurance with specific coverage limits. Bidders must provide documentation of sales tax registration and disclose any potential debarment or legal issues. While no specific budget range is detailed, the contract will be awarded to the respondent whose proposal meets all requirements at the lowest cost. The project includes a one-year warranty on installed parts and requires compliance with various state and federal regulations, including the Prison Rape Elimination Act. The shipping destination is the BCCX Warehouse at 1000 Horsehead Road in Pikeville, TN 37367, with delivery to be made via the best available shipping option. The procurement will be conducted exclusively in US Dollars, with no alternative currencies permitted.