City of Gibraltar - Emergency Stand-By Generator for DPW Garage

The City of Gibraltar in Wayne County, Michigan, is seeking bids for an Emergency Stand-By Generator project for its Department of Public Works (DPW) Garage. The procurement involves supplying and installing a complete natural gas generator system, specifically a 25kw-30kw stand-by generator with an Automatic Transfer Switch rated at 400 Amps, 120/240 3 phase. Additional required equipment includes an Extreme Cold Weather Kit, Mobile Link, and Maintenance Kit. Bidders must be Licensed Master Electricians and Licensed Master Plumbers registered in Michigan, responsible for natural gas piping, conduit and wiring, generator start-up, and first-year maintenance. The solicitation allows generator manufacturers Cummings, Caterpillar, Kohler, and Generac. Key procurement dates include a non-mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting on September 30th, 2025 at 10:00 AM, with final bid submissions due on October 9th, 2025 at 10:00 am. Proposals must include comprehensive documentation, with incomplete submissions risking immediate disqualification.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating comprehensive general liability coverage of $2,000,000 and specific provisions for workers' compensation and automobile liability. The City of Gibraltar will cover gas meter and service upgrade costs if necessary. The successful bidder must provide a one-year warranty on installation and comply with the standard manufacturer's warranty for the generator. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the detailed technical specifications suggest a substantial investment in emergency power infrastructure. The procurement aims to enhance the DPW Garage's operational resilience by ensuring continuous power supply through a professionally installed and maintained standby generator system.