Bell County WCID No. 1 Plant 3 1000hp Motor Starter Purchase and Installation Bid 2026
BELL COUNTY WCID 1Utility District · Killeen, TX- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Kevin Wright
- (254) 939-2481
The 30-second brief
Bell County Water Control & Improvement District No. 1 (District) is soliciting bids for the purchase and installation of a 1000hp motor starter for a potable water treatment plant. The scope includes providing a new 2-section Eaton Medium Voltage Motor Controller Ampguard with a 1250 Hp 2.4kV Reduced Voltage Auto Transformer, removing the damaged starter, installing connecting bussing, re-terminating motor connections, and programming the motor protector. The contractor must also assist with Eaton acceptance testing to secure a 30-month manufacturer's warranty. Bidders must provide a 2% bid security and proof of liability insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence). Work is to be completed within 325 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by 2:30 pm on September 15, 2026.
Eaton Medium Voltage Motor Controller Ampguard, 1250 Hp 2.4kV Reduced Voltage Auto Transformer, Door gaskets
Best interests of the District, bidder responsibility, financial resources, record of performance
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Summary
Bell County Water Control & Improvement District No. 1 (District) is soliciting bids for the purchase and installation of a 1000hp motor starter for a potable water treatment plant.
The scope includes providing a new 2-section Eaton Medium Voltage Motor Controller Ampguard with a 1250 Hp 2.4kV Reduced Voltage Auto Transformer, removing the damaged starter, installing connecting bussing, re-terminating motor connections, and programming the motor protector. The contractor must also assist with Eaton acceptance testing to secure a 30-month manufacturer's warranty. Bidders must provide a 2% bid security and proof of liability insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence). Work is to be completed within 325 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed. Bids are due by 2:30 pm on September 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Best interests of the District
- Bidder responsibility
- Financial resources
- Record of performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Eaton Medium Voltage Motor Controller Ampguard
- 1250 Hp 2.4kV Reduced Voltage Auto Transformer
- Door gaskets
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid security
- Proof of liability insurance
- Delivery schedule
- Equivalent work experience list
- Submit to
- Killeen, TX
- Scope location
- Belton, TX
- Reported agency
- Bell County Water Control & Improvement District No. 1
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from BELL COUNTY WCID 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Killeen, TX. For questions, contact Kevin Wright.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including BELL COUNTY WCID 1 in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kevin Wright at (254) 939-2481. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Eaton Medium Voltage Motor Controller Ampguard, 1250 Hp 2.4kV Reduced Voltage Auto Transformer, Door gaskets. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Best interests of the District, bidder responsibility, financial resources, record of performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from BELL COUNTY WCID 1?
All active and historical solicitations from BELL COUNTY WCID 1 are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, BELL COUNTY WCID 1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid security, proof of liability insurance, delivery schedule, equivalent work experience list. Review the full document from BELL COUNTY WCID 1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belton, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.