Installation of Backup Power at Sewer Lift Stations

The City of Enid, located in Garfield County, Oklahoma, is seeking a contractor for Project No. S-2401C to install backup power systems at six sewer lift station locations. The project specifically involves installing gas-powered generators and automatic transfer switches, with four locations receiving a Kohler Model 24RCLA generator and two locations receiving a Kohler Model 25CCL generator. The City has already purchased the generators and automatic transfer switches, which are currently stored at the Sewer Treatment Plant. The selected contractor will be responsible for transporting equipment to each site, constructing concrete pads, completing equipment installation, and performing startup services with a Kohler factory-trained technician. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for March 26, 2024, at 10:00 AM, with all work to be completed within the calendar days submitted in the bid. Bidders must submit a proposal guaranty of 5% of their total bid and will be required to execute performance and statutory bonds for 100% of the contract price. The contractor must obtain all necessary permits and inspections, coordinate with Oklahoma Natural Gas for service line and meter installations, and adhere to specific installation guidelines.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement will use a unit price bidding process, with line items for bonds, insurance, generator pickup, and complete installations at each of the six locations. While the total project budget is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a significant infrastructure investment for municipal utility improvements. The project requires technical expertise in generator installation, electrical systems, and coordination with municipal and utility infrastructure. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability in handling complex municipal infrastructure projects, including precise equipment installation, coordination with utility services, and compliance with local and state regulations. The bidding process appears open to qualified contractors with appropriate technical capabilities and bonding capacities, though specific prequalification requirements are embedded in the detailed solicitation package.