City of Ashland - Purchase and Delivery of Motor Control Center (MCC) - 18th Street Floodwall Pump Station 2026
City of AshlandCity · Ashland, KY- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Barry Adkins
- (606) 385-3332
The 30-second brief
The City of Ashland is seeking competitive sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of a Motor Control Center (MCC) to replace the existing Westinghouse Series 2, model HG74483 unit at the 18th Street Floodwall Pump Station. The scope includes a new 480V, 3-phase DELTA, 600-amp unit with three new VFD soft start 100 HP rated drives, 600-amp delta-service, internal transformer module, NEMA type 1 gasketed indoor enclosure, and MCC start-up and training assistance. Bids are due by October 1st, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time at the City Clerk's office in Ashland, Kentucky. Acceptable manufacturers include Eaton, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, and ABB.
MOTOR CONTROL CENTER (MCC), MCC START-UP & TRAINING (8 HOURS + TRAVEL)
Written safety and health program, substance abuse program, principal place of business within city limits of Ashland or territorial limits of Boyd County, successful completion of comparable projects, previous contracts with City of Ashland, workers' compensation E-Mod factor of 1.0 or less, bank credit reference, qualified subcontractors, wage and hour laws compliance, 15% local preference for bids not more than 15% in excess of lowest bid meeting at least 70% of evaluated criteria
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Summary
The City of Ashland is seeking competitive sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of a Motor Control Center (MCC) to replace the existing Westinghouse Series 2, model HG74483 unit at the 18th Street Floodwall Pump Station.
The scope includes a new 480V, 3-phase DELTA, 600-amp unit with three new VFD soft start 100 HP rated drives, 600-amp delta-service, internal transformer module, NEMA type 1 gasketed indoor enclosure, and MCC start-up and training assistance. Bids are due by October 1st, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time at the City Clerk's office in Ashland, Kentucky. Acceptable manufacturers include Eaton, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, and ABB.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Written safety and health program, substance abuse program, principal place of business within city limits of Ashland or territorial limits of Boyd County, successful completion of comparable projects, previous contracts with City of Ashland, workers' compensation E-Mod factor of 1.0 or less, bank credit reference, qualified subcontractors, wage and hour laws compliance, 15% local preference for bids not more than 15% in excess of lowest bid meeting at least 70% of evaluated criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
MOTOR CONTROL CENTER (MCC), MCC START-UP & TRAINING (8 HOURS + TRAVEL)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Entire bid package
- Business license
- Application for Business Privilege and Occupational License Fee
- Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- Statement of Compliance with Non-Discrimination Regulations
- Responsibility for Damage Claims
- State of Bidder's Qualifications (Exhibit 1)
- Evaluated Bid Criteria (Exhibit 2)
- Submit to
- CITY CLERK, City of Ashland, 1700 Greenup Avenue, P.O. Box 1839, Room 403, Ashland, Kentucky 41105-1839
- Scope location
- Ashland, KY
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ashland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 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: CITY CLERK, City of Ashland, 1700 Greenup Avenue, P.O. Box 1839, Room 403, Ashland, Kentucky 41105-1839. For questions, contact Barry Adkins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ashland in KY, 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 Barry Adkins at (606) 385-3332. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: MOTOR CONTROL CENTER (MCC), MCC START-UP & TRAINING (8 HOURS + TRAVEL). 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: "Written safety and health program, substance abuse program, principal place of business within city limits of Ashland or territorial limits of Boyd County, successful completion of comparable projects..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ashland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ashland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ashland 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: entire bid package, business license, Application for Business Privilege and Occupational License Fee, Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder, Statement of Compliance with Non-Discrimination Regulati. Review the full document from City of Ashland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ashland, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.