Ground Power Unit (GPU) Lifecycle Replacement

The Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) is soliciting bids for a Ground Power Unit (GPU) Lifecycle Replacement project at Terminals 2 and 4, involving the comprehensive replacement of existing ground power units across 24 gates. The procurement requires furnishing and installing twenty-two 90-kilovolt-amp (kVA) units and two 180-kVA units, with associated infrastructure improvements including power supply cable replacement, cable hoist installation, and aircraft connector cable replacements. Bidders must demonstrate extensive engineering and design capabilities, with a focus on replacing outdated ground power units installed in 1998 that are insufficient for current operational requirements. Key project objectives include enhancing operational efficiency, supporting sustainability efforts, and reducing airport-related emissions. The project timeline spans approximately 300 calendar days, with 170 days for mobilization, 110 days for construction, and 20 days for demobilization. Critical dates include a pre-proposal meeting and site visit on May 19, 2025, a question submission deadline of May 23, 2025, and a proposal submission deadline of June 6, 2025. Evaluation will consider contractors' qualifications, experience, technical capabilities, and ability to meet stringent airport operational and technical specifications.

The contract includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal of 10%, with a broader three-year DBE program targeting 9.38% participation through both race-conscious and race-neutral methods. Eligible bidders must hold valid contractor's licenses and comply with extensive federal provisions, including Buy American requirements, labor standards, and equal employment opportunity regulations. The project requires 100% Buy American compliance and mandates that manufacturers have at least five years of experience with a minimum of 100 units installed. Acceptable GPU suppliers include FCX Systems, ITW GSE, Oshkosh Aerotech, and Unitron. While specific pricing details are not fully disclosed, the project is part of the airport's Capital Budget, with funding allocated through the Terminal Cost Center Program. The contract emphasizes local workforce development, with a Community Workforce Agreement targeting 50% of total work hours performed by workers from San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation, including operation and maintenance manuals, commissioning reports, and on-site training for airport operations and maintenance staff.