City of Garland - GP&L Oates Rd. Substation Steel, Request for Bid REQ00003230, 2026
City of Garland cityCity · Garland, TX- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Teresa Smith
- (972) 205-2421
The 30-second brief
The City of Garland is requesting sealed bids for the fabrication and delivery of structural and tubular steel structures for the GP&L Oates Rd. Substation project located at 480 W Oates Rd, Garland, TX. The scope of work involves supplying 138-kV substation materials including dead-end A-frames, static masts, low and high switch supports, CCVT/PT stands, SSVT stands, CMU stands, switch spacers, and associated anchor assembly cages as specified in the contract drawings and technical specifications. Required delivery date is September 6, 2027, with a mandatory 5-year warranty on all parts and materials. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on October 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by October 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM via the Ion Wave portal.
138kV Dead End A-Frame; Anchor Assembly(s); 138kV Dead End A-Frame Anchor Cage; 138kV Dead End A-Frame Addition; 138kV Dead End A-Frame Addition Anchor Cage; 65' Static Mast; 65' Static Mast Anchor Cage; 138kV 3-Ph Low Switch Support; 138kV Low 3-Ph Switch Support Anchor Cage; 12.47kV 3-Ph Air Switch Support; 12.47kV 3-Ph Air Switch Support Anchor Cage; 138kV 1-Ph Low Bus Support; 138kV 1-Ph Low Bus Support Anchor Cage; 138kV 3-Ph Low Bus Support; 138kV 3-Ph Low Bus Support Anchor Cage; 138kV 3-Ph High Bus Support; 138kV 3-Ph High Bus Support Anchor Cage; 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand w/ JB Support; 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand w/ JB Support Anchor Cage; 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand; 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand Anchor Cage; 138kV 1-Ph SSVT Stand; 138kV 1-Ph SSVT Stand Anchor Cage; 138kV 1-Ph CMU Stand w/ JB Stand; 138kV 1-Ph CMU Stand w/ JB Support Anchor Cage; 138kV 1-Ph CMU Support; 138kV 1-Ph CMU Support Anchor Cage; 138kV Switch Spacer
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Summary
The City of Garland is requesting sealed bids for the fabrication and delivery of structural and tubular steel structures for the GP&L Oates Rd.
Substation project located at 480 W Oates Rd, Garland, TX. The scope of work involves supplying 138-kV substation materials including dead-end A-frames, static masts, low and high switch supports, CCVT/PT stands, SSVT stands, CMU stands, switch spacers, and associated anchor assembly cages as specified in the contract drawings and technical specifications. Required delivery date is September 6, 2027, with a mandatory 5-year warranty on all parts and materials. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on October 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by October 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM via the Ion Wave portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
28- 138kV Dead End A-Frame
- Anchor Assembly(s)
- 138kV Dead End A-Frame Anchor Cage
- 138kV Dead End A-Frame Addition
- 138kV Dead End A-Frame Addition Anchor Cage
- 65' Static Mast
- 65' Static Mast Anchor Cage
- 138kV 3-Ph Low Switch Support
- 138kV Low 3-Ph Switch Support Anchor Cage
- 12.47kV 3-Ph Air Switch Support
- 12.47kV 3-Ph Air Switch Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV 1-Ph Low Bus Support
- 138kV 1-Ph Low Bus Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV 3-Ph Low Bus Support
- 138kV 3-Ph Low Bus Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV 3-Ph High Bus Support
- 138kV 3-Ph High Bus Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand w/ JB Support
- 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand w/ JB Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand
- 138kV 1-Ph CCVT/PT Stand Anchor Cage
- 138kV 1-Ph SSVT Stand
- 138kV 1-Ph SSVT Stand Anchor Cage
- 138kV 1-Ph CMU Stand w/ JB Stand
- 138kV 1-Ph CMU Stand w/ JB Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV 1-Ph CMU Support
- 138kV 1-Ph CMU Support Anchor Cage
- 138kV Switch Spacer
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Sheet (Pricing)
- GP&L Steel Fabrication Questionnaire
- City of Garland Terms Conditions V1058
- Notice to Bidders Document
- Structural Steel Technical Specifications For Bid
- Oates Station - Steel Bid Sheet
- GP&L Oates Station Steel Structure Scope of Work
- GPL Steel Fabricator Questionnaire
- GP&L - Oates - Combined Set For Bid
- Submit to
- https://garlandtx.ionwave.net
- Scope location
- Garland, TX
- Reported agency
- City of Garland
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Garland city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: https://garlandtx.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Teresa Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Garland city 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 Teresa Smith at (972) 205-2421. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 138kV Dead End A-Frame; Anchor Assembly(s); 138kV Dead End A-Frame Anchor Cage; 138kV Dead End A-Frame Addition; 138kV Dead End A-Frame Addition Anchor Cage; 65' Static Mast; 65' Static Mast Anchor Cage; 138kV 3-Ph Low Switch Support; 138kV Low 3-Ph Switch Support Anchor Cage; 12.47kV 3-Ph Air Switc. 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: "Lowest responsible bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Garland city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Garland city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Garland city 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 Sheet (Pricing), GP&L Steel Fabrication Questionnaire, City of Garland Terms Conditions V1058, Notice to Bidders Document, Structural Steel Technical Specifications For Bid, Oates Station - Steel. Review the full document from City of Garland city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Garland, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.