NEW BID DATE*SITE VISIT SCHEDULED: Traction Power Substation (TPSS) 27 Repairs - Phase 2

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver is requesting proposals for Traction Power Substation (TPSS) 27 Repairs — Phase 2, with proposals due July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM and a non-mandatory pre-proposal briefing on June 25 at 1:00 PM via Microsoft Teams. RTD does not specify a Small Business Enterprise participation goal but encourages and expects proposers to pursue subcontracting opportunities with SBE firms.

The scope encompasses structural and exterior repairs to TPSS-27 following a vehicular accident, plus removal, replacement, adjustment, testing, and commissioning of internal electrical components. All electrical work requires a contractor with a minimum 10 years' transportation industry experience, 5 years' experience with RTD signal and power systems, and 5 years' coordinating electrical service repairs with Xcel Energy. Work must be performed or managed by a journeyman electrician experienced with power monitoring and protection relays for 13,200-volt systems; electricians must be at minimum second-year apprentice level.

The contract period of performance is 244 days from the effective date or notice to proceed, with no option periods. Pricing is fixed-price for standard work, with potential cost-plus fixed-fee arrangements for unforeseen electrical work. Proposers must submit a proposal security bond or certified check equal to five percent of the proposal amount.

Evaluation is weighted as follows: Experience of Firm and Individuals Proposed for Electrical Work (40 percent), Cost (30 percent), Experience of Firm and Individuals Proposed for TPSS Structural and Exterior Work (20 percent), and Proposed Schedule (10 percent). Award will be based on best value competitive procedures. Optional oral presentations may occur during the week of August 10, 2026, with final selection anticipated by August 14. The inquiry period closes July 20 at 4:00 PM; RTD responses are due by July 24. Proposals must not exceed 30 pages (excluding cover letter, resumes, and certifications) and must include technical specifications, cost proposals, organizational conflict of interest disclosures, W-9 forms, and key personnel information. Contact: Ron Bibeau, Procurement Specialist — Lead, at ron.bibeau@rtd-denver.com or (303) 299-2252.