Engineering Services for New Midtown Substation

The City of Colorado Springs is soliciting proposals for professional engineering services related to the design and construction of a new Midtown Substation. This project is critical to improving electrical reliability and capacity in the midtown area of Colorado Springs. The selected firm will be responsible for providing comprehensive engineering services including preliminary design, final design, construction support, and commissioning assistance for the new substation. The scope of work encompasses electrical system studies, protection and control design, civil and structural engineering, and environmental permitting support. The project aims to modernize the aging electrical infrastructure and support load growth in the region.

The key deadline for this solicitation is August 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM MDT for proposal submission. The publication date of this solicitation is July 22, 2026. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the BidNet Direct platform. The successful proposer will be expected to work closely with the City's engineering and operations teams to deliver a fully operational substation that meets all applicable codes, standards, and reliability requirements.

Proposers must demonstrate experience in substation design, particularly for electric utilities, and must have a strong understanding of utility standards and practices. The evaluation will consider technical approach, relevant experience, project team qualifications, and pricing. The City reserves the right to award a contract to the most responsive and responsible proposer based on the evaluation criteria.

Interested parties must register on the BidNet Direct platform to access the full solicitation documents and any addenda. The solicitation number is 10332. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted through the platform. The City encourages proposals from qualified engineering firms with a proven track record in utility substation projects.