Installation of Generators

Fletcher Technical Community College (FTCC) has issued an invitation to bid (ITB) number 40004-23048 for the installation of generators at two campus locations in Louisiana: Houma and Thibodaux. The procurement requires the installation of one 250KW diesel standby generator at each campus, with comprehensive electrical work including removal of existing generator tap boxes, installation of new automatic transfer switches, and pulling new conductors. Bidders must conduct a mandatory job site visit and obtain a signed certification form, with failure to do so resulting in bid disqualification. The bid is scheduled for submission on October 20, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. CST, with written inquiries required to be submitted to the FTCC purchasing department by October 13, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. CST. Key deliverables include concrete pad installation, electrical connections, battery charger and block heater circuits, generator grounding, crane rental, and 200 gallons of diesel for testing. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on comprehensive compliance with technical specifications, insurance requirements, and mandatory documentation.

Bidders must provide extensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability of at least $2,000,000, automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation insurance. The awarded contractor must be registered and in good standing with SAM.gov and will be required to provide payment and performance bonds. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the bid package includes equal opportunity statements and federal compliance documents. The bid form allows for an optional additional cost for offloading the generator from the freight company, suggesting some flexibility in pricing. Although a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project involving two campus locations and specialized generator installations indicates a significant contract value. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate technical expertise in generator installation, electrical systems, and compliance with educational facility infrastructure requirements.