Unit 8 Battery Replacement at the Power Plant

The City of Ames is seeking bids from qualified vendors to replace the station batteries for Unit 8 at the Power Plant. The project includes replacing the batteries, spill containment system, and several battery accessories. The batteries will be rack mounted in a building with thermostatically controlled temperature, and the vendor shall supply, install, and start up the new battery set and remove and properly dispose of the existing station battery, spill protection, and rack, as necessary. Key points to consider: • The batteries must meet the requirements of applicable ANSI, NEMA, and IEEE standards • The vendor shall provide a warranty for the batteries and accessories for at least 5 years • The project requires the removal and disposal of the existing battery and rack, and the vendor shall provide documentation to satisfy EPA and regulatory requirements • The vendor shall install all supplied equipment and material, including the rack, spill container, batteries, interconnection straps, and acid/water fill if required • The owner will make the final connection to the charger and systems