City of Springfield - Alpha Substation Construction - UE27-10-46 (J1610 Project) 2026
City of SpringfieldCity · Springfield, IL- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- James Peters
- (217) 789-2191
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Springfield, Office of Public Utilities (CWLP), is accepting sealed bids for UE27-10-46 – Alpha Substation Construction (J1610 Project) located in Chatham, IL. The project involves the construction of a new 138kV substation including steel structure erection, foundation installation, 138kV circuit breaker and vertical break switches, bus and conductor installation, ground grid, underground conduit and duct banks, control enclosure, lighting, and electrical testing. Bids must be submitted via the City's Bid Portal by Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CDT at CWLP Elec. Engineering, 1008 E Miller St, Springfield, IL 62702, with attendance notification required by October 13, 2026. Bid security of 10% of the total bid is required.
Construction of 138kV substation bay, T-line span of 138kV transmission including steel structure erection, Foundation installation, 138kV equipment installation, Bus and conductor installation, Grounding system, Underground conduit and duct banks, Cable vault and raceway systems, Control enclosure placement, Lighting, And electrical testing.
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
SUMMARY
The City of Springfield, Office of Public Utilities (CWLP), is accepting sealed bids for UE27-10-46 – Alpha Substation Construction (J1610 Project) located in Chatham, IL. The project involves the construction of a new 138kV substation including steel structure erection, foundation installation, 138kV circuit breaker and vertical break switches, bus and conductor installation, ground grid, underground conduit and duct banks, control enclosure, lighting, and electrical testing.
Bids must be submitted via the City's Bid Portal by Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CDT at CWLP Elec. Engineering, 1008 E Miller St, Springfield, IL 62702, with attendance notification required by October 13, 2026. Bid security of 10% of the total bid is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Construction of 138kV substation bay
- T-line span of 138kV transmission including steel structure erection
- Foundation installation
- 138kV equipment installation
- Bus and conductor installation
- Grounding system
- Underground conduit and duct banks
- Cable vault and raceway systems
- Control enclosure placement
- Lighting
- Electrical testing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid bond
- Signed addenda
- Certifications
- Insurances
- Guarantees
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- City of Springfield electronic bidding
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Springfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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 of Springfield electronic bidding. For questions, contact James Peters.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Springfield in IL, 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 James Peters at (217) 789-2191. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Foremen, mechanics, laborers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construction of 138kV substation bay, T-line span of 138kV transmission including steel structure erection, Foundation installation, 138kV equipment installation, Bus and conductor installation, Grounding system, Underground conduit and duct banks, Cable vault and raceway systems, Control enclosure. 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, responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Springfield?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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, signed addenda, certifications, insurances, guarantees. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Springfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.