Cowlitz PUD - Swift No. 2 13.8kV Switchgear Upgrades Equipment Procurement - Contract SW195 (2026)
Cowlitz PUDUtility District · Longview, WA- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Andrew Davis
- (360) 501-9562
The 30-second brief
Public Utility District No. 1 of Cowlitz County is seeking bids to design, fabricate, and deliver major electrical equipment for the 13.8kV breaker reconfiguration at the Swift No. 2 Hydroelectric Project in Cougar, Washington. The project scope includes (2) 15kV medium voltage metal-clad switchgear lineups with circuit breakers, instrument transformers, and relays, one 13.8kV-480V dry-type station service transformer, and one 480V station service switchgear, along with spare parts, special tools, manufacturer's field services, and operator training. Bidders must submit an intent to bid by October 2, 2026, and sealed bids are due by 2:30 p.m. on October 29, 2026, accompanied by a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount. Bids will be evaluated based on criteria including conformance to requirements, price, completion schedule, payment terms, supplier's safety qualifications, and component quality.
(2) 15kV class medium voltage, Metal-clad switchgear lineups, 13.8kV-480V dry type, Station service transformer, 480V station service switchgear, Manufacturer's Field Services, Spare parts, Special tools, Lubricants, And consumables
Conformance to requirements, Price, Completion Schedule, Payment Terms, Supplier's safety qualifications, Quality of components including domestic sourced assemblies and sub-assemblies, Commercial Terms, Warranty, Constructability
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Summary
Public Utility District No. 1 of Cowlitz County is seeking bids to design, fabricate, and deliver major electrical equipment for the 13.8kV breaker reconfiguration at the Swift No. 2 Hydroelectric Project in Cougar, Washington.
The project scope includes (2) 15kV medium voltage metal-clad switchgear lineups with circuit breakers, instrument transformers, and relays, one 13.8kV-480V dry-type station service transformer, and one 480V station service switchgear, along with spare parts, special tools, manufacturer's field services, and operator training. Bidders must submit an intent to bid by October 2, 2026, and sealed bids are due by 2:30 p.m. on October 29, 2026, accompanied by a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount. Bids will be evaluated based on criteria including conformance to requirements, price, completion schedule, payment terms, supplier's safety qualifications, and component quality.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Conformance to requirements
- Price
- Completion Schedule
- Payment Terms
- Supplier's safety qualifications
- Quality of components including domestic sourced assemblies and sub-assemblies
- Commercial Terms
- Warranty
- Constructability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- (2) 15kV class medium voltage
- Metal-clad switchgear lineups
- 13.8kV-480V dry type
- Station service transformer
- 480V station service switchgear
- Manufacturer's Field Services
- Spare parts
- Special tools
- Lubricants
- Consumables
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Proposal Form
- Bid Bond
- Cashier's Check or Certified Check
- Signed copy of each addendum
- Submit to
- Sealed Bids, Cowlitz PUD, 961 12th Avenue, P.O. Box 3007, Longview, WA 98632
- Scope location
- Cougar, WA
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 October 29, 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: Sealed Bids, Cowlitz PUD, 961 12th Avenue, P.O. Box 3007, 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: (2) 15kV class medium voltage, Metal-clad switchgear lineups, 13.8kV-480V dry type, Station service transformer, 480V station service switchgear, Manufacturer's Field Services, Spare parts, Special tools, Lubricants, And consumables. 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 including domestic sourced assemblies and sub-assemblies, Commercial Ter..." 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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 Proposal Form, Bid Bond, Cashier's Check or Certified Check, signed copy of each addendum. 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.