Purchase (2) 1200A Dead Tank Magnetic Circuit Breakers

The City of Homestead, located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, is conducting a Request for Quotation (RFQ-2024-028) for the procurement of two (2) 1200A Dead Tank Magnetic Circuit Breakers for its Electric Utilities Department. The solicitation seeks medium voltage, ANSI outdoor vacuum R-MAG dead tank vacuum magnetic circuit breakers with specific technical requirements, including a 15.5 kV rating, 1250A capacity, and 110 kV BIL. Vendors must submit electronic quotes through the ProcureNow portal by Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST, with an encouraged optional site visit prior to submission. Qualification requirements include submission of a valid occupational/business license, state registration, and compliance with E-Verify requirements. Pricing must be firm and fixed, with no additional taxes, and vendors are required to provide manufacturer specification sheets. The city reserves the right to negotiate with suppliers, accept partial quotes, or reject any submission that does not fully comply with the detailed terms and conditions.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation indicates that vendors must demonstrate local vendor preference status. The RFQ does not provide a specific budget range or award value for the circuit breakers. Potential bidders are expected to submit comprehensive proposals that include detailed manufacturer specification sheets and meet all technical requirements for the medium voltage circuit breakers. The procurement process allows for potential negotiation and partial quote acceptance, suggesting flexibility in the acquisition approach. Vendors must carefully review all documentation and ensure complete compliance with the solicitation's requirements to be considered for the contract award.