Husky Terminal 115KV BABA Transformer

The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals for a single, BABA‑compliant 115 kV / 14.4 kV power transformer (24/32/40 MVA) with high‑voltage de‑energized tap changer and low‑voltage load tap changer, including all accessories, spare parts, documentation, testing, and delivery to the Lincoln Substation. The contract is valued at approximately US $5 million, with a three‑year term that covers purchase, delivery, warranty, and related services. Evaluation will heavily weight total evaluated cost, past contract performance, and delivery schedule, with a detailed lifetime‑capital‑cost calculation and warranty penalties. The supplier must provide a transformer‑mover plan, meet BABA domestic‑content requirements (≥ 55 %), and carry extensive insurance coverage. • Delivery FOB destination, freight prepaid, to a city‑prepared foundation at Lincoln Substation (Tacoma, WA). • Mandatory documentation includes BABA compliance forms, record of prior utility contracts, insurance certificates, and a full suite of factory‑acceptance test reports. • Evaluation criteria (100 points): prior contract record (20), total evaluated cost (40), delivery time (10), fees/charges (10), progress‑payment schedule (20).