Eweb 1500/2000 3-phase substation regulators

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) 24-115-G for the procurement of two 1500/2000 KVA 3-phase step voltage regulators to be matched with 12/16/20 MVA 115-12kV no-load tap transformers. The procurement is specifically for Lane County, Oregon, and requires the voltage regulators to comply with ANSI, NEMA, and IEEE standards. Bidders must provide comprehensive technical specifications including detailed information about dimensions, weights, cooling systems, arresters, and guaranteed losses. The bid requires submission of a completed bid form, questionnaire, addenda acknowledgement, and sustainability certification by July 2, 2024, at 2:00 PM PT. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, technical compliance, and lowest bid price, with specific attention to evaluated losses at $5,785/kW for no-load losses and $4,596/kW for load losses at 5% regulation. The regulators must be rated for a 55C temperature rise, and bidders must provide extensive documentation including drawings, spare parts lists, and test data.

The contract opportunity encourages participation from Minority, Women, and Emerging Small Business (MWESB) enterprises and places emphasis on environmentally preferable products with recycled content requirements. EWEB has indicated a preference for bids that include recycled products, with specific minimum percentages for post-consumer waste and secondary waste materials. The initial contract term is one year, with potential automatic renewals for up to five years total. Virginia Transformer Corp. of Roanoke, VA, has been identified as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the Notice of Intent to Award. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the bid requires pricing that includes all associated costs such as shipping, handling, travel, and expenses. The procurement will be funded through EWEB's internal budget, with no external funding requirements. Bidders must confirm independent contractor status and provide various assurances as part of their submission.