IFB B50079 Auxiliary Electrical Room Replacement Program Wave 1 A

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is soliciting bids for Invitation for Bids (IFB) B50079, an Auxiliary Electrical Room Replacement Program - Wave 1 located in Fulton County, Georgia. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to prepare detailed documents, fabricate, install, commission, and test replacement of Auxiliary Low-Voltage Switchgear and associated equipment at four specific station locations: Ashby, Edgewood/Candler Park, West End, and Peachtree Center. The project involves replacing equipment in two auxiliary electrical rooms at each station, with a critical objective of minimizing service interruptions through temporary power provisions. Key deliverables include comprehensive documentation, equipment fabrication, installation, commissioning, and testing of new electrical infrastructure. The solicitation requires bidders to demonstrate technical expertise in electrical systems and transit infrastructure upgrades. Important procurement dates include a Pre-Bid Conference on August 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams, a Question Deadline of September 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., and a Bid Deadline of October 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the MARTA Annex Building.

The procurement includes a 25% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal, requiring bidders to demonstrate good faith efforts to meet this target. Potential bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including bid forms, insurance certificates, debarment certifications, and E-Verify compliance evidence. The contract requires a 5% bid bond or security, and the successful contractor will need to provide performance and payment bonds. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the project has a defined contract term of 510 days after the Site Notice to Proceed. Pricing will be evaluated based on unit prices and lump sum items, with potential adjustments for variations in estimated quantities. The contract includes provisions for potential changes, force account work, and liquidated damages for delays. Interested parties can obtain bidding documents from MARTA's website (www.itsmarta.com) starting August 7, 2025, and can contact QuoVadis Wright, Contract Specialist III, at (404) 848-6210 or qwright@itsmarta.com for additional information.