Halls Substation Control House, Control #3853

Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) is seeking bids for a comprehensive substation control house project for its Halls Substation, designated as Control #3853. The procurement involves acquiring a prefabricated structural steel and sheet metal control house measuring 36'-0" long by 13'-8" wide, with specific technical requirements including seismic standards, wind load resistance of over 125 mph, and snow load capabilities exceeding 50 psf. The control house must include extensive electrical infrastructure such as switchboard relay panels, battery systems, HVAC, lighting, cable trays, and comprehensive safety features like smoke detection and hydrogen detection systems. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through www.Bidnetdirect.com by May 5th, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with all questions to be submitted in writing by April 28th, 2025. The evaluation criteria will prioritize price, lead time, references, and strict adherence to the detailed technical specifications outlined in the bid documents, with an anticipated award date of May 19th, 2025.

KUB encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Owned Business Enterprises (WBE), and Small Business Enterprises (SBE), requiring certification proof if applicable. The procurement explicitly excludes two manufacturers: Atkinson Industries and IBI Power Packaging & Integration Solutions. The manufacturer must provide a 36-month warranty for the complete enclosure and accessories, with a 10-year warranty on painted surfaces, and must be certified under the Tennessee Modular Building Act. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a significant infrastructure investment for a critical utility installation. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical capability to meet KUB's rigorous standards, including providing detailed documentation such as approval drawings, instruction manuals, and as-built construction drawings. The control house is part of KUB's infrastructure serving over 500,000 customers across Knoxville and seven surrounding counties, with an electric system that provides 99.98% uninterruptible service.