Cowlitz County PUD Swift No. 2 13.8KV Generator Breaker and Bus Upgrades Bid - Contract No. SW191
Cowlitz PUDUtility District · Longview, WA- Due
- Jul 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Andrew Davis
- (360) 501-9562
The 30-second brief
Cowlitz County Public Utility District (Cowlitz PUD) is soliciting bids for the procurement of major electrical equipment for the Swift No. 2 Hydroelectric Plant, Units 21 and 22. The scope of work includes the design, fabrication, and delivery (DDP) of two 15kV class medium voltage metal-clad switchgear lineups, 15kV class segregated phase bus duct (including demolition and installation), a 13.8kV-480V dry-type station service transformer, and 480V station service switchgear. The project aims to minimize cycling of 230kV breakers used to synchronize generating units to the grid. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security and be prepared to provide manufacturer's field services, including installation support and on-site testing. Sealed bids are due by 2:30 p.m. on July 21, 2026, with a Notice of Intent to Bid required by June 26, 2026.
Bid Form, Payment Terms, Clarifications and Exceptions, Bid Bond, Project Schedule, Drawings and Technical Data, Qualifications, Tariff and Trade Policy Disclosure
Conformance to requirements, Price, Completion Schedule, Payment Terms, Supplier's safety qualifications, Quality of components, Commercial Terms, Warranty, Constructability
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Summary
Cowlitz County Public Utility District (Cowlitz PUD) is soliciting bids for the procurement of major electrical equipment for the Swift No. 2 Hydroelectric Plant, Units 21 and 22.
The scope of work includes the design, fabrication, and delivery (DDP) of two 15kV class medium voltage metal-clad switchgear lineups, 15kV class segregated phase bus duct (including demolition and installation), a 13.8kV-480V dry-type station service transformer, and 480V station service switchgear. The project aims to minimize cycling of 230kV breakers used to synchronize generating units to the grid. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security and be prepared to provide manufacturer's field services, including installation support and on-site testing. Sealed bids are due by 2:30 p.m. on July 21, 2026, with a Notice of Intent to Bid required by June 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Conformance to requirements
- Price
- Completion Schedule
- Payment Terms
- Supplier's safety qualifications
- Quality of components
- Commercial Terms
- Warranty
- Constructability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Bid Form
- Payment Terms
- Clarifications and Exceptions
- Bid Bond
- Project Schedule
- Drawings and Technical Data
- Qualifications
- Tariff and Trade Policy Disclosure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond
- Listing of Subsuppliers
- Listing of Major Component Suppliers
- Submit to
- 961 12th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
- Scope location
- Cougar, WA
- Reported agency
- Cowlitz County Public Utility District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cowlitz PUD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 21, 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: 961 12th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632. For questions, contact Andrew Davis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cowlitz PUD in WA, 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 Andrew Davis at (360) 501-9562. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Payment Terms, Clarifications and Exceptions, Bid Bond, Project Schedule, Drawings and Technical Data, Qualifications, Tariff and Trade Policy Disclosure. 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: "Conformance to requirements, Price, Completion Schedule, Payment Terms, Supplier's safety qualifications, Quality of components, Commercial Terms, Warranty, Constructability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cowlitz PUD?
All active and historical solicitations from Cowlitz PUD are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Cowlitz PUD 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 Form, Bid Bond, Performance Bond, Listing of Subsuppliers, Listing of Major Component Suppliers. Review the full document from Cowlitz PUD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cougar, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.