SUB 6 15kV Circuit Breakers

The City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina Energy Resources Department is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB 320-200426FD) for the supply and delivery of two medium voltage 15kV substation-grade circuit breakers to Substation 6. The procurement includes all materials, equipment, and freight for two complete 15kV circuit breakers, factory-finished as specified, to be delivered to 809 South Wesleyan Boulevard, Rocky Mount, North Carolina 27803 within six months from the Notice to Proceed. The scope explicitly excludes electrical connections, concrete work, foundations, permitting, regulatory approvals, inspections, commissioning beyond mechanical installation, testing, and ongoing operational services. Bidders must submit sealed bids by May 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with written questions due by April 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM (responses provided by April 30, 2026). Pricing shall constitute the total cost for complete performance, including all materials, labor, freight, overhead, and incidentals, with separate line items required for circuit breakers, freight, and labor/equipment/supervision/training. Award will be made to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, with consideration given to quality, performance, and time of performance. Successful bidders must demonstrate experience with public or private sector clients of similar size and complexity, provide at least three references, submit preliminary approval drawings before fabrication, provide factory acceptance testing results, and furnish a five-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

The City of Rocky Mount offers a local preference policy allowing eligible local bidders to match pricing if within five percent or $25,000 of the lowest non-local bid. Bidders are required to make good faith efforts to achieve a ten percent aspirational goal for minority business participation (MWBE). No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in this solicitation. The City reserves the right to award to one or multiple vendors, reject any or all bids, and conduct investigations regarding vendor qualifications. Monthly invoices must be submitted within fifteen days of month-end. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation documents provided.