Electrical Pad Mounted Switchgear

The University of West Florida has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) #25-ITB-01CB for Electrical Pad Mounted Switchgear, specifically seeking medium voltage solid state insulated switchgear for a new Satellite Utility Plant. The procurement involves two switchgear configurations (S3A and S3C), each with six ways of varying amperage ratings, to be delivered to the university's main campus in Pensacola. Acceptable manufacturers include ABB, S&C, and Eaton, with potential for equivalent manufacturers subject to university approval. Technical specifications require switchgear with a 15.5 kV voltage rating, 600A continuous current rating, and 20kA short-time current rating. Vendors must provide detailed specifications, warranty information, and lead times, which will be evaluated in the award determination. Key procurement dates include September 12, 2025, as the deadline for written requests for explanation, with final bid submissions due September 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The university reserves the right to award none, one, or multiple items to a vendor, and the procurement will be executed through a purchase order.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid allows vendors to submit proposals for one or both line items, suggesting flexibility in vendor participation. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the procurement is part of a broader campus infrastructure expansion project designed to accommodate phased building expansions over the next decade. The technical specifications suggest a complex electrical infrastructure project, indicating potential significant investment in utility infrastructure. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the detailed technical requirements and multiple switchgear configurations imply a substantial procurement value. The comprehensive nature of the technical specifications, covering construction details, testing requirements, grounding provisions, and installation guidelines, suggests a sophisticated and technical procurement process with high engineering standards.