Electrical Feeder Engineering Services

Oakland County Procurement Division is soliciting engineering design services for a comprehensive replacement of the county campus electrical distribution infrastructure. The project aims to enhance electrical system reliability, capacity, and efficiency through a 10-year forward-looking approach. Specific deliverables include replacing existing electrical feeders with new dual, double-ended feeders, upgrading distribution equipment, installing monitoring and control systems, and designing an industrialized substation in coordination with DTE Energy. Bidders must demonstrate extensive experience in electrical feeder system design, provide short-circuit analysis and load flow studies, and show capability in managing complex infrastructure projects. The proposal evaluation will use a 100-point scoring system, with 50 points for technical proposal, 5 points for bidder profile, 15 points for references, and 30 points for pricing. Key dates include an optional pre-bid meeting on 6/23/2025 at 10:00 AM EST, with proposals due on 7/10/2025 at 2:00 PM EST. The project timeline anticipates a professional services contract award in May 2025, design completion by March 2026, and construction administration from July 2026 through June 2029.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions were explicitly mentioned in the documents, the procurement emphasizes a preference for vendors with proven experience in similar infrastructure projects delivered on time and within budget. The county appears open to proposals from qualified engineering firms with demonstrated expertise in electrical system design and sustainable energy practices. The project will be implemented across the Oakland County campus, involving multiple facilities including the Children's Village, Administration Buildings, Health Center, Courthouse Complex, and Jail. Although a precise budget was not specified, the comprehensive nature of the electrical infrastructure replacement suggests a significant investment. The county is exempt from federal excise and state sales taxes, and the final award will be made to the bidder offering the best overall value, considering qualifications, proposed services, and cost. The electrical feeder map included in the documentation indicates a complex existing infrastructure that will require sophisticated engineering design and strategic replacement planning.