Partial Discharge Testing

The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision is soliciting bids for on-line partial discharge testing of medium voltage primary cables, terminations, splices, and connected equipment at Bare Hill Correctional Facility using a Doble Online PD Testing System, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 1, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (RSVP required by August 28). A Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business participation goal of 6% applies; MBE and WBE goals are 0%.

The contractor must deliver two copies of an engineered report with risk category evaluation for all equipment tested. The contract runs from October 15, 2026 through October 15, 2027, with potential renewal for additional periods not to exceed five years total. Prevailing wage rates apply under New York State Labor Law (PRC# 2026004581).

Pricing must include a comprehensive annual base bid covering all labor, materials, equipment, and ancillary costs for inspection, testing, maintenance, and corrective repairs. Additionally, contractors must submit time-and-materials pricing for out-of-scope work structured as an hourly labor rate and a percentage markup over contractor costs for parts and materials. Award will be made on a Grand Total basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Contractor obligations include New York State standard clauses addressing non-discrimination, workers' compensation, record retention (duration of contract plus six years), equal employment opportunity policies, and Iran Divestment Act compliance. Contracts exceeding $50,000 require State Comptroller approval before effectiveness. For contracts exceeding $1 million, contractors must demonstrate reasonable efforts to engage New York State Business Enterprises and MWBEs as subcontractors and suppliers.

Written questions are due September 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., with responses issued on or about September 16, 2026.