RFP 2025 25kV Reclosers

The Littleton Electric Light & Water Department (LELWD) is seeking proposals for the procurement of 25kV reclosers through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. This procurement is partially funded by a financial assistance award from the U.S. Department of Energy, which introduces specific federal compliance requirements. Proposals must be submitted in separately sealed envelopes containing price and non-price components, with a strict submission deadline of 2:00 p.m. on January 8th, 2026, to be delivered to Nick Lawler, General Manager, at 39 Ayer Road, Littleton, MA 01460. Interested vendors must first register on the LELWD website (www.lelwd.com) to access detailed bidding documents and specifications. The RFP requires vendors to specify payment terms, delivery FOB arrangements, and warranty details as part of their comprehensive proposal submission. Vendors must demonstrate their ability to provide high-quality 25kV reclosers that meet the technical specifications outlined in the procurement documents.

Vendors responding to this procurement must comply with a complex set of federal and state regulations, including the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR Part 200), DOE Financial Assistance Regulations, the Build America, Buy America Act, and the Davis Bacon Act. Additionally, vendors must adhere to Massachusetts General Laws, specifically M.G.L. c. 30B and M.G.L. c. 164 56D. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the comprehensive regulatory framework suggests a competitive and rigorous selection process. LELWD reserves the right to reject any and all proposals received, indicating a selective approach to vendor selection. Although the specific budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation, the involvement of federal funding and the specialized nature of 25kV reclosers suggest a potentially significant procurement value. Prospective vendors should carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the technical, legal, and regulatory requirements outlined in the RFP.