City Hall & Health Department Transformer Replacement Project

The City of Pasadena Public Works Department is soliciting competitive bids for the replacement of power transformers at two municipal facilities. The project involves replacement of three 112.5 KVA transformers at City Hall (GE Cat.# 9T36G0005G53 or approved equivalent), one 250 KVA transformer at City Hall (GE Cat.# 9T36G0007G53 or approved equivalent), and two 75 KVA transformers at the Pasadena Public Health Department (Square D or approved equivalent). All transformers must meet a minimum K-13 factor rating with Delta to star configuration, stepping down from 480 volts to 208/120 volts, three-phase. The project is classified as a Labor and Materials competitive bidding procurement under PMC 4.08.045.

Key dates for this solicitation include a pre-proposal meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM, a questions and answers deadline of December 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM, and a final proposal submission deadline of January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM. Prospective bidders are required to submit relevant experience forms, material and labor bond forms, faithful performance bond forms, federal required certifications, subcontractor listings, disclosure of lobbying activities, and other required documentation as specified in the bid package.

The procurement is subject to State of California prevailing wage requirements, federal contract provisions, federal terms and conditions, HUD requirements, and FEMA compliance where applicable. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience with similar projects and provide proof of insurance as specified. All submissions must include a declaration of non-collusion and SAM registration documentation. The project involves electrical equipment procurement and installation services, requiring coordination with municipal facilities management and compliance with all applicable building codes and safety regulations.

Further details regarding specifications, submission procedures, evaluation criteria, and all required forms are available in the full bid documents accessible through the City of Pasadena procurement portal. Interested contractors should contact the procurement department for any clarifications or technical questions regarding project scope and requirements.