RFP Industrial Electrical Services

The City of Fort Worth is seeking proposals for Industrial Electrical Services for its Water Department through a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered 25-0249, with an initial contract term of one year and potential for four additional one-year renewals. The procurement is for comprehensive electrical installation, repairs, and troubleshooting services for water and wastewater industrial electrical systems, including work on switchgear, motor control centers, solar panels, street lights, and other complex electrical infrastructure. Contractors must have a minimum of 10 years of continuous experience in water and wastewater industrial electrical services, with personnel possessing valid electrical licenses and certifications. The evaluation will use a best value methodology, awarding points across six key areas: cost (15 points), small business participation (20 points), qualifications and experience (25 points), approach to performing services (15 points), ability to meet city needs (15 points), and electrician staffing (10 points). Proposals are due by December 4, 2025, and must be submitted electronically through the Euna Portal, with contractors required to provide firm fixed price quotations within two business days of notification and demonstrate capability for emergency responses within four hours.

The RFP includes a significant small business participation goal of 30%, requiring bidders to subcontract or spend at least 30% of the total awarded contract value with certified Small Business Firms located in Tarrant, Wise, Johnson, Parker, or Denton County. Vendors must complete a Small Business Utilization Form detailing their proposed small business subcontractors, including legal names, addresses, service types, and certification information. The contract will require comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability ($1M per occurrence), automobile liability ($1M), workers' compensation, and professional liability ($1M per claim). While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and negotiate terms to secure the most advantageous agreement. Though a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the RFP indicates a potential parts repair value of $15,000, suggesting the contract will be structured on an as-needed basis with flexible service engagement for the Water Department. Additional restrictions include compliance with non-discrimination clauses and specific boycott restrictions related to Israel, energy companies, and firearm industries.