The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - EDS Electrical Substations and Switchgears Upgrade RFQ - CIP26185
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC·Higher Ed
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- Reported Agency
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Primary Contact
- Stephen Moorefield
- Scope Location
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is soliciting qualification proposals for design services for the EDS Electrical Substations and Switchgears Upgrade project (CIP26185). The primary goal is to enhance electrical distribution outages across Cameron Avenue, Manning, and South stations to improve power restoration and campus resiliency. Scope includes approximately 16,500 linear feet of duct bank routes and primary cabling arrangements, switchgear, and smart protective relays communicating with the Electrical Distribution Systems SCADA system, alongside site, civil, traffic, landscape architecture, structural, electrical engineering, and cost estimation services. A secondary goal is replacing two General Electric 15 kV Powervac Vacuum Switchgears with two Arc Flash Resistant, 15 kV, 3000 Amp continuous, 40 kA interrupting rating Switchgears at Cameron Substation. The estimated total project budget is $14,500,000. Proposals are due by email on March 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM. A pre-proposal meeting was held on February 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include specialized expertise, past performance, staff, workload, design approach, cost/schedule experience, construction administration, proximity, successful project record, and HUB participation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Specialized or appropriate expertise in the type of project, Past performance on similar projects, Adequate staff and proposed design or consultant team for the project, Current workload and State projects awarded, Proposed design approach for the project including design team and consultants, Recent experience with project costs and schedules, Construction administration capabilities, Proximity to and familiarity with the area where the project is located, Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems, Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation & utilization in proposed team structure and who/how HUB designers were utilized on previous projects, Current 330 Form of lead firm and each proposed consultant, The team's recent experience with the NC State Construction Office (SCO)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Design services, Duct bank routes and cable arrangements, Switchgear and protective relay systems, Replacement switchgears, Executive Summary, 330 Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
current 330 Form of lead firm and each proposed consultant
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How do I respond to this RFQ from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Stephen Moorefield.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Specialized or appropriate expertise in the type of project, Past performance on similar projects, Adequate staff and proposed design or consultant team for the project, Current workload and State pro..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: current 330 Form of lead firm and each proposed consultant. Review the full document from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill in NC, 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 Stephen Moorefield. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chapel Hill, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design services, Duct bank routes and cable arrangements, Switchgear and protective relay systems, Replacement switchgears, Executive Summary, 330 Form. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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