City of Oak Ridge - Power Transformers Procurement for Substation 1000 - RFQ FY2027-003 (2026)
City of Oak RidgeCity · Oak Ridge, TN- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Rody Blevins
- (865) 425-1842
The 30-second brief
The City of Oak Ridge is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of two 161.7-13.2kV 30/40/50//56 MVA power transformers with load tap changers (LTC) for Substation 1000, located near the intersection of Hwy 58 and Hwy 95, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. The contract includes furnishing goods with a 5-year warranty, one set of spare parts, delivery to the point of destination, offloading and assembling goods, testing, and certification that goods are ready for energizing. Bids are due by March 02, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. A bid guarantee of 10% of the total bid amount is required. Questions must be submitted via email by February 18, 2026. Required submittals include outline drawings, insurance certification, and completed compliance forms.
Two 161.7-13.2kV 30/40/50//56 MVA power transformer with LTC
Lowest responsible bidder, price and other factors considered
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Summary
The City of Oak Ridge is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of two 161.7-13.2kV 30/40/50//56 MVA power transformers with load tap changers (LTC) for Substation 1000, located near the intersection of Hwy 58 and Hwy 95, Oak Ridge, TN 37830.
The contract includes furnishing goods with a 5-year warranty, one set of spare parts, delivery to the point of destination, offloading and assembling goods, testing, and certification that goods are ready for energizing. Bids are due by March 02, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. A bid guarantee of 10% of the total bid amount is required. Questions must be submitted via email by February 18, 2026. Required submittals include outline drawings, insurance certification, and completed compliance forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder, price and other factors considered
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two 161.7-13.2kV 30/40/50//56 MVA power transformer with LTC
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid bond or other suitable instrument (10% bid guarantee)
- Outline drawing of all Bid Items
- Certification of insurance with proposed limits
- Completed ANSI Transformer Specification Form
- Completed Equal Opportunity Compliance Certificate
- Completed Non-Boycott of Israel Form
- Completed Iran Divestment Form
- Submit to
- In Person or Overnight Delivery: Finance Department, City of Oak Ridge, 100 Woodbury Lane, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 / Regular Mail: P.O. Box 1, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0001
- Scope location
- Oak Ridge, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Oak Ridge?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 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: In Person or Overnight Delivery: Finance Department, City of Oak Ridge, 100 Woodbury Lane, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 / Regular Mail: P.O. Box 1, Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0001. For questions, contact Rody Blevins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Oak Ridge in TN, 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 Rody Blevins at (865) 425-1842. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two 161.7-13.2kV 30/40/50//56 MVA power transformer with LTC. 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 bidder, price and other factors considered" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Oak Ridge?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Oak Ridge are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Oak Ridge 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 bond or other suitable instrument (10% bid guarantee), Outline drawing of all Bid Items, Certification of insurance with proposed limits, Completed ANSI Transformer Specification Form, Completed E. Review the full document from City of Oak Ridge for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oak Ridge, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
