Padmount Switchgear - PME 11 & 12

Benton PUD is issuing a call for sealed bids (Bid #26-21-15) for the procurement of padmount switchgear for its distribution system. The scope includes furnishing and delivering S&C PME-11 and PME-12 15 kV deadfront switchgear per BPUD Specification #2011-01, along with 3093 end fittings and stainless steel nameplates. The specific line items are: 6 units of PME-11 (part #65162R1-S399) and 2 units of PME-12 (part #65172R1-E397). Vendors must submit a firm price for each item, disclose all tariff charges, and provide a delivery schedule. The District reserves the right to split line items between vendors to optimize delivery lead times, and any item may be canceled before award if not viable.

The key dates for this solicitation are as follows: the bid was issued on July 15, 2026; extension requests must be submitted by July 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM PST; any addenda will be issued on July 22, 2026; sealed bids are due by August 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM PST, at which time they will be opened and read publicly; and the anticipated award date is August 25, 2026. All questions should be submitted via email to cp@bentonpud.org. The successful bidder must sign a contract and furnish a performance bond within 10 days of notification of award.

Bidder qualifications and submission requirements include: a bid bond or certified check for 5% of the bid amount (per RCW 54.04.080), a completed Bid Schedule with all exceptions to specifications or contract terms clearly noted, and a stated warranty. Pricing must be firm through the delivery date unless the bidder proposes an alternative escalation mechanism tied to a specific index. Delivery is F.O.B. destination to Benton County, Washington, and acceptance testing will be performed by the District prior to payment. The contract is subject to Washington State sales tax, but the bid price must not include this amount. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor irregularities.

Specifications and related documents are available from the Benton PUD Procurement Department via email at cp@bentonpud.org or online at www.bentonpud.org. The successful contractor will be required to provide a 100% performance bond with a surety authorized to do business in Washington State. Bid evaluation will consider firm pricing, experience and proven performance, adequacy of service facilities, delivery schedule, and warranty conditions. This procurement is for critical distribution infrastructure serving Benton PUD's electric system.

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