DFCM Construction - Invitational - Department of Natural Resources- Scofield Shed Solar Power & Generators- Project #27302500

The State of Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is requesting bids on electrical upgrades at the Department of Natural Resources Scofield Shed facility under an invitational procurement (Project #27302500), with bids due September 3, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. This is a restricted solicitation: only Gladwell Construction, Rod Lewis Construction, Slider Construction, Strong Solutions LLC, and Xcel General Contracting are eligible to bid.

The scope comprises installation of a new generator with an exterior steel-frame enclosure building (13'4" by 11'4"), upgrades to the existing photovoltaic system with hybrid inverter and battery energy storage, new lighting, and associated electrical distribution and grounding systems. The generator enclosure includes concrete foundations, metal wall and roof panels, and a concrete housekeeping pad. Deferred submittals include generator ventilation design, concrete pad structural certification, and overcurrent protective device coordination studies. Work must comply with the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Mechanical Code, 2024 National Electrical Code (2023), and DFCM standards. The project site at coordinates 3940'22.1"N 11119'01.3"W near the junction of Skyline Drive and Highway 31 has no existing utilities; contractors must provide their own generators and water for construction.

The construction cost estimate is $76,000.00. The substantial completion date is November 9, 2026, with liquidated damages of $50.00 per day for delays. A 5% bid bond on AIA Document A310-2010 form must accompany each bid. The mandatory meeting was held August 26, 2026. Questions were due August 27, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Addendum #001 (August 31, 2026) eliminated all soils inspections and clarified utility requirements; acknowledgment of the addendum is required with bid submission. Subcontractor lists are due September 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The contract will be awarded using DFCM's Short Form Construction Contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.