City of Bartow High Voltage Switchgear, Protective Devices and Outdoor Circuit Breakers ITB 26-24
City of BartowCity · Bartow, FL- Due
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brent Foockle
- (863) 378-7038
The 30-second brief
The City of Bartow is soliciting bids for the purchase and delivery of three (3) new medium voltage outdoor vacuum circuit breakers (15 kV class, 1200-1250 A continuous rating, minimum 20 kA short circuit current at 15 kV) to replace obsolete units at the Church St. Substation. The work involves furnishing fully assembled, factory-tested breakers complete with SEL-351S protection system relays, control cabinets, auxiliary switches, terminal blocks, and SCADA integration compatibility, complying with IEEE, ASTM, and NEMA standards. Acceptable manufacturers include ABB R-MAG, Siemens SDV7-MA, or approved equivalents. The procurement also includes freight delivery to the City of Bartow Electric Warehouse at 915 Stearman Street, Bartow, FL 33830. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026, with a question submission deadline of August 4, 2026.
Price, vendor's evaluation of performance on previous projects, ability and capacity to fulfill contract, financial resources, quality and availability of suppliers, ability to provide future maintenance
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Summary
The City of Bartow is soliciting bids for the purchase and delivery of three (3) new medium voltage outdoor vacuum circuit breakers (15 kV class, 1200-1250 A continuous rating, minimum 20 kA short circuit current at 15 kV) to replace obsolete units at the Church St.
Substation. The work involves furnishing fully assembled, factory-tested breakers complete with SEL-351S protection system relays, control cabinets, auxiliary switches, terminal blocks, and SCADA integration compatibility, complying with IEEE, ASTM, and NEMA standards. Acceptable manufacturers include ABB R-MAG, Siemens SDV7-MA, or approved equivalents. The procurement also includes freight delivery to the City of Bartow Electric Warehouse at 915 Stearman Street, Bartow, FL 33830. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026, with a question submission deadline of August 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Vendor's evaluation of performance on previous projects
- Ability and capacity to fulfill contract
- Financial resources
- Quality and availability of suppliers
- Ability to provide future maintenance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Qualification Statement
- Addenda Acknowledgement
- Bidder Incorporation Information
- Proposer's Certification Form
- Drug Free Workplace Form
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Affidavit Certification Immigration Laws
- E-Verify Certification
- Sworn Statement on Public Entity Crimes
- Non Collusive Affidavit
- Vendor Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies List
- Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor or Services
- References
- Insurance Certification
- Manufacturer Declaration
- Technical Compliance Certification
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bartowfl
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Bartow, FL
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from City of Bartow?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bartowfl. For questions, contact Brent Foockle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including City of Bartow in FL, 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 ITB 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 Brent Foockle at (863) 378-7038. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, vendor's evaluation of performance on previous projects, ability and capacity to fulfill contract, financial resources, quality and availability of suppliers, ability to provide future maintena..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bartow?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bartow are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bartow regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Qualification Statement, Addenda Acknowledgement, Bidder Incorporation Information, Proposer's Certification Form, Drug Free Workplace Form, Certification Regarding Debarment, Certification Regarding. Review the full document from City of Bartow for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bartow, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.