Colorado Transformer-21; Secondary Bushing Repair

The City of Palo Alto Utilities Department is seeking a qualified electrical contractor to perform a full secondary‑bushing re‑gasketing on Transformer 21 located at the Colorado Substation. The scope includes pre‑testing, partial draining and safe storage of approximately 750‑1,000 gal of non‑PCB mineral oil, removal and replacement of three LV and one XO secondary bushings, gasket installation, pressure testing, oil processing, refilling, post‑testing, documentation, and demobilization. Work must be performed under prevailing‑wage public‑works rules, comply with California labor and safety regulations, and be coordinated with the City’s project manager for outage scheduling. The contract is a fixed‑price RFQ (RFQ # 197538) with a bid deadline of 23 Sept 2026, and a non‑mandatory pre‑bid conference on 9 Sept 2026 at the substation address (1082 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303). • Remove and replace gaskets on three LV and one XO secondary bushings. • Drain, store, process, and refill ~750‑1,000 gal of transformer oil. • Perform comprehensive electrical and oil testing before and after work. • Provide all labor, tools, equipment, safety gear, containment, and disposal services. • Submit detailed test reports, oil analysis, and service documentation. • Comply with prevailing‑wage, DIR registration, and certified‑payroll requirements. • Fixed‑price contract; performance and payment bonds required.