City of Wilmington - 25035PW-R – Porter Water Filter Plant Electrical Upgrade Project (2026)
City of WilmingtonCity · Wilmington, DE- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Michelle Smith
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Summary
The City of Wilmington seeks sealed bids for the Porter Water Filter Plant Electrical Upgrade Project, solicitation 25035PW-R. The work includes furnishing and installing new electrical equipment such as a medium voltage switchgear, low voltage substation, transformers, motor control centers, motor replacement, variable frequency drives, associated conductors, raceways, and ductbanks, along with maintenance of plant operations and temporary power.
The project is funded by the Delaware Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) and requires compliance with Good Faith Efforts for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), State of Delaware Prevailing Wage Rates or Davis Bacon Wage Rates (whichever is higher), and President's Executive Order No. 11246. Bids are due by Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Procurement Division, 5th Floor, Louis L. Redding City/County Building, 800 French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, or via the drop box. A mandatory or pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the Porter Water Filter Plant, 2052 East Park Drive, Wilmington, DE 19803. A 10% bid bond is required.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid bond in the amount of 10% of the total bid
- Submit to
- Procurement Division 5th Floor, Louis L. Redding City/County Building, 800 French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
- Scope location
- Wilmington, DE
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Wilmington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Procurement Division 5th Floor, Louis L. Redding City/County Building, 800 French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. For questions, contact Michelle Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Wilmington in DE, 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 Michelle Smith. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Wilmington?
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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 in the amount of 10% of the total bid. Review the full document from City of Wilmington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilmington, DE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.