City of Palo Alto Colorado Transformer-21 Secondary Bushing Repair RFQ197538 2026
City of Palo AltoCity · Palo Alto, CA- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brandon Grossman
- (650) 566-4539
The 30-second brief
The City of Palo Alto Utilities Department is soliciting quotes under RFQ197538 for the repair of secondary bushings on Transformer 21 at the Colorado Substation. The selected contractor will provide all labor, supervision, tools, and equipment to perform gasket replacement at bushing flanges and manways to stop oil leakage. Scope includes pre-testing, partial draining and storage of non-PCB mineral oil, pressure testing, oil processing and refill, post-testing, and delivery of service documentation. Requirements include providing an oil storage tanker with a containment berm and handling all hauling and disposal. Submissions are due by September 23, 2026, at 250 Hamilton, Palo Alto, CA. A notice of interest is due by September 10, 2026.
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Summary
The City of Palo Alto Utilities Department is soliciting quotes under RFQ197538 for the repair of secondary bushings on Transformer 21 at the Colorado Substation.
The selected contractor will provide all labor, supervision, tools, and equipment to perform gasket replacement at bushing flanges and manways to stop oil leakage. Scope includes pre-testing, partial draining and storage of non-PCB mineral oil, pressure testing, oil processing and refill, post-testing, and delivery of service documentation. Requirements include providing an oil storage tanker with a containment berm and handling all hauling and disposal. Submissions are due by September 23, 2026, at 250 Hamilton, Palo Alto, CA. A notice of interest is due by September 10, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Test and service documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Insurance_Requirements_E
- Submit to
- 250 Hamilton, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
- Scope location
- Palo Alto, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Palo Alto?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 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: 250 Hamilton, Palo Alto, CA, 94301. For questions, contact Brandon Grossman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Palo Alto in CA, 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 RFQ 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 Brandon Grossman at (650) 566-4539. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Test and service documentation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Insurance_Requirements_E. Review the full document from City of Palo Alto for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palo Alto, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.