Hicpochee 138KV Davit Arms

Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc. (GEC) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified contractors to perform live-line work on a 138kV system in Glades and Hendry counties, Florida. The procurement involves the removal of approximately 110 existing davit arms, insulators, and bird discouragers from 85-foot spun concrete poles and the installation of approximately 110 new davit arms, insulators, and bird discouragers according to GEC specifications. The contractor must utilize barehand or hot-stick methods while maintaining energized continuity of line throughout the project duration, with all work performed on GEC's standard schedule of Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Required qualifications include the ability to perform live-line electrical work and compliance with OSHA standards and minimum approach distances. The evaluation process employs a 100-point scoring rubric consisting of Qualifications of the Firm and Staff (40 points), Relevant Past Performance (30 points), and Cost Proposal (30 points). Contractors must submit a lump sum bid along with hourly time and equipment rates for potential scope additions, a company overview including executive summary and letters of reference, and proof of insurance through myvendorlink.com. The question submission deadline is April 16, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with bids due April 30, 2026, intent to award anticipated in mid-May 2026, and estimated project start date of August 31, 2026.

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular organization types or disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement documentation. The contractor is responsible for material transportation, on-site storage, site restoration, and proper disposal of debris according to applicable environmental regulations, with all work materials supplied by GEC unless otherwise approved. GEC reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive irregularities, and award the contract to other than the lowest-priced offeror. No subcontracting is permitted under this procurement. The RFP does not disclose a specific contract award value or budget range, as GEC will evaluate proposals based on the stipulated scoring criteria and award a Firm Fixed Price agreement to the selected contractor.