Central Arizona Project - Waddell Pumping Plant KW1A Transformer Repair - RFP No. C118278 (2026)
Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of ArizonaState · Phoenix, AZ- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kyle Talbert
- (623) 869-2409
The 30-second brief
The Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD) is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for the complete re-gasket and leak repair of the Waddell Pump & Generating Plant KW1A transformer (SMIT-Nymegen, 1991, 41,250/55,000/67,500 kVA, 3Ø-60Hz). The work encompasses draining, storing, and vacuum filtering ~6,605 US gallons of mineral oil, replacing all oil-containing flange gaskets, o-rings, and bolts, servicing primary and secondary bushings (H1, H2, H3, H0, X1, X2, X3), regasketing radiators, valves, and the conservator bladder, conducting electrical pre-testing and post-testing (Doble, insulation resistance, power factor, turns ratio), and performing pressurized leak testing and oil processing. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, with questions due September 29, 2026. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 22, 2026, at the Waddell Pumping Plant located at 39120 Scorpion Point Rd, Peoria, AZ.
Transformer Repair
Technical Compliance, Understanding & Approach (20%), Respondent Experience and Expertise (20%), Quality Assurance Processes (20%), Time, Project Management, Warranty & Service (15%), Proposal Quality (15%), Price (10%)
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Summary
The Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD) is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for the complete re-gasket and leak repair of the Waddell Pump & Generating Plant KW1A transformer (SMIT-Nymegen, 1991, 41,250/55,000/67,500 kVA, 3Ø-60Hz).
The work encompasses draining, storing, and vacuum filtering ~6,605 US gallons of mineral oil, replacing all oil-containing flange gaskets, o-rings, and bolts, servicing primary and secondary bushings (H1, H2, H3, H0, X1, X2, X3), regasketing radiators, valves, and the conservator bladder, conducting electrical pre-testing and post-testing (Doble, insulation resistance, power factor, turns ratio), and performing pressurized leak testing and oil processing. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, with questions due September 29, 2026. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 22, 2026, at the Waddell Pumping Plant located at 39120 Scorpion Point Rd, Peoria, AZ.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Transformer Repair
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/centralarizonaproject
- Scope location
- Peoria, AZ
- Reported agency
- Central Arizona Project
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of Arizona?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/centralarizonaproject. For questions, contact Kyle Talbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Central Arizona Water Conservation District | State of Arizona in AZ, 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 RFP 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 Kyle Talbert at (623) 869-2409. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transformer Repair. 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: "Technical Compliance, Understanding & Approach (20%), Respondent Experience and Expertise (20%), Quality Assurance Processes (20%), Time, Project Management, Warranty & Service (15%), Proposal Quality..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Peoria, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.