Invitation to Bid for Purchase of Permanent Generators

The Lee County Utilities Authority (LCUA) in Georgia has issued an Invitation to Bid (Bid 09092025-1) for permanent generators to operate water wells and sewer pump stations across 16 different locations within Lee County. The procurement seeks fixed generators ranging from 10 KW to 200 KW, with specific technical requirements including re-connectable configurations, cam lock style voltage connectors, remote automatic start contacts, and onboard battery chargers. Bidders must provide generators with a complete installation package, including an automatic transfer switch compatible with the installed generator and meeting all code compliance standards. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 10:30 am, which can be attended in-person or virtually. Sealed bids are due by 10:30 am on September 16, 2025, with a public bid opening immediately following at the LCUA office. Contractors must submit a 10% bid bond, proof of insurance, required affidavits, and meet state licensing requirements. The contract stipulates a delivery timeline of 60 calendar days from notification, with liquidated damages of $100 per day for late delivery.

The bid does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical capability to provide and install generators meeting the precise specifications for each location. The contract appears to require comprehensive vendor qualifications, including technical expertise, financial stability, and ability to meet stringent delivery and installation requirements. While no specific budget range is detailed in the available documentation, the scope of 16 generator installations suggests a potentially significant contract value. Final payment will be contingent upon successful delivery and inspection of generators by the Lee County Utilities Authority. Vendors should carefully review all technical specifications and prepare comprehensive proposals that address the specific requirements for generator type, installation, and performance at each designated water well and sewer pump station location.