Park County Office Standby Power

Park County Public Works is seeking qualified contractors through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to provide standby power infrastructure for the county office building located at 856 Costello Avenue in Fairplay, Colorado. The project involves installing new generator distribution breakers and a transfer switch, utilizing an existing diesel generator located at 911 Clark Street to provide backup power for the entire building. Key deliverables include electrical system modifications, conduit routing, and integration of the existing generator with the county office's electrical infrastructure. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing website and provide three references for similar work, complete a detailed submittal questionnaire, and submit required affidavits. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for March 18th, 2025, from 10AM-11AM, with bid responses due by March 27th, 2025, at 12:00 PM MST. Evaluation criteria include contractor qualifications, pricing, and compliance with technical specifications outlined in the detailed electrical engineering plans prepared by MEP Engineering Inc. The project is estimated to last 1-2 months, with an anticipated start in April 2025.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must meet standard requirements including worker authorization verification, insurance provisions, and ethical standards. A project bond of five percent is required, unless otherwise negotiated in the final contract. The county reserves the right to waive technical errors, reject any or all bids, and negotiate optional items. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the complexity of the electrical infrastructure upgrade suggests a significant investment in modernizing the county's standby power capabilities. Payment terms are structured as Net 30 from work completion, with potential consideration for early payment discounts. The county will send a notice of intent to award within 10 days of bid closure, indicating a streamlined selection process for this critical infrastructure improvement project.