Feeder Reconstruction for 12 kV Operation - Time & Equipment

The City of Glendale, located in Los Angeles County, California, is seeking a Time and Equipment Contract (Specification No. 3984) for Feeder Reconstruction to upgrade 4kV electrical feeders to 12kV operation. The procurement involves a comprehensive electrical infrastructure project requiring a contractor to provide labor and equipment for live line and dead line work on overhead and underground electrical lines in public rights-of-way and private property. Contractors must install covered conductors to mitigate wildfire risks and coordinate with joint pole owners and customers throughout the city. Mandatory bidder qualifications include possessing a valid California General Contractor's A license, being registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, and demonstrating completion of at least five prevailing wage public contracts in California within the past ten years that are comparable in scope and scale. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at the Office of the City Clerk, with bid opening occurring simultaneously in the City Council Chambers. Bidding documents will be available starting May 6, 2024, from the Glendale Water & Power Department, and potential bidders are instructed to submit any questions directly to the Project Manager, Catherine Babakhanlou.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with no guaranteed minimum work quantity. Bidders must submit a bid security (cashier's check, certified check, or bid bond) for 10% of the total maximum bid amount. The contract will be executed on a time and materials basis, with unit prices bid for various labor classifications and equipment types. The estimated annual contract value ranges from $5,000,000 to $6,000,000, covering a 36-month contract period. The solicitation includes requirements for comprehensive documentation, including a Contractor Safety Questionnaire, proof of insurance, and detailed statements of qualifications demonstrating technical capability and safety performance. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are mentioned, contractors must meet stringent technical and safety qualifications. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, maintaining flexibility in the procurement process. The project represents a significant infrastructure upgrade for Glendale Water & Power, focusing on electrical system resilience and wildfire risk mitigation.