Salt Lake City Airport NS1 and NS4 Switchgear Capacitor

The Salt Lake City Department of Airports is seeking bids for the NS1 and NS4 Switchgear Capacitor Project (Project No. 542411, Contract No. CA-003082), a comprehensive electrical infrastructure upgrade at Salt Lake City International Airport. The project involves replacing electrical main distribution equipment for buildings NS1 and NS4 in the North Support area, including purchasing and installing new high-voltage Rocky Mountain Power feeds, performing duct bank work in existing asphalt, and completing miscellaneous conduit, cabling, and junction box work. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., with sealed bids due by 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the airport's administrative offices. Bidders must submit a bid bond or cashier's check for at least 5% of the total bid amount and register online to obtain contract documents. The project requires contractors to comply with federal and local equal employment opportunity requirements, ADA accommodations, and various technical specifications detailed in the project manual and bid set drawings. The contract term is approximately 549 calendar days, with substantial completion expected by April 29, 2027, and potential liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays.

The contract includes a Value-Based Procurement Program that considers factors such as non-discrimination policies, apprenticeship programs, drug testing policies, and local small business status. Contractors must adhere to strict construction safety and security compliance requirements, including obtaining airport-issued ID badges, passing background checks, and meeting comprehensive insurance requirements of $5 million for ramp access and $2 million for non-ramp airport property work. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves complex electrical system upgrades across multiple buildings, suggesting a significant capital investment. The procurement appears to be open to qualified electrical contractors with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly those with expertise in airport electrical systems. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with extensive security protocols, including vehicle markings, escort procedures, and strict access regulations for secure and sterile airport areas. The project emphasizes local participation and contractor qualifications beyond mere technical capabilities, with evaluation criteria that include broader social and community considerations.