Pastore campus 2400V system grounding project

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Asset Management and Maintenance is soliciting proposals for the Pastore Campus 2400V System Grounding Project through a Request for Quotation (RFQ24004096). The project requires comprehensive electrical infrastructure upgrades, specifically involving the replacement of campus 24V distribution feeders with ground conductors, installation of new 240V feeder protection relays, and implementation of IT infrastructure to interface new relays with the existing plant SCADA system. A critical component of the project is a required coordination study for new and existing relays. Vendors must submit detailed proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system by May 13, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for April 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM EST at the John O. Pastore Complex Power Plant in Cranston. The vendor Q&A period runs from April 15 to April 26, 2024, and the initial contract period is expected to begin approximately July 1, 2024. Vendors must provide unit pricing for specific components including 4-conduit and 6-conduit ductbank installations, 350KCMIL MV105 5KV EPR cable, and 200A/600A elbow installations.

The procurement includes specific requirements for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation, with vendors required to submit an MBE Utilization Plan. Vendors must be prequalified for public works projects valued at $1,000,000 or higher and comply with prevailing wage requirements. The contract includes a $100,000 allowance for unforeseen conditions related to collapsed Orangberg, with liquidated damages set at $500 per day for project delays. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1,000,000 in liability coverage, workers compensation, and automobile liability. Bidders must submit a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of the proposal amount, and the successful vendor will be required to furnish 100% payment and performance bonds. The state reserves the right to make single or multiple awards and may reject any or all bids. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the detailed requirements and comprehensive scope suggest a significant capital investment in upgrading the electrical infrastructure at the Pastore Campus.