5718 - Padmount Capacitor Banks

Here's a summary of the RFP document: **Project Overview:** The City of Redding, California is seeking bids to furnish padmount capacitor banks for its electric utility distribution system. The bid number is 5718, and the bid opening date is July 30, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. PT. **Bid Requirements:** * Bids must be submitted on standard bid forms provided by the City of Redding. * The bidder shall provide the original and one complete copy of the bid proposal submission. * Fax or electronic submission of bid proposals will not be allowed. * The cut-off date and time for receiving questions regarding this bid is July 16, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. PT. **Specifications:** * The padmount capacitor banks must be of modern design, rugged, reliable, and capable of remaining in service for many years with minimum maintenance. * Manufacturers must have a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience manufacturing padmount capacitor banks of the type and size specified. * The capacitor banks must meet specific technical requirements, including delivery, installation, and testing. **Payment and Delivery:** * Orders will be placed utilizing the City's purchase order process. * Payment will be made upon receipt and acceptance of the complete order. * Delivery shall be FOB, City of Redding Electric Utility, within the agreed time limit. **Warranty and Guarantee:** * The bidder shall guarantee the padmount capacitor banks against defects in material, workmanship, or design for a period of one year from the date of installation or eighteen months from the date of shipment, whichever comes first. **Bid Evaluation:** * The final contract award will be evaluated on a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) basis, incorporating the base unit price, applicable sales tax, confirmed delivery lead times, and evaluated operational lifecycle costs. * The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor irregularities as may be in the City's best interest. **Contract Award:** * The award of this contract, if made, will be based on availability of budgeted funds and will be made to the responsible bidder with the lowest responsive price. * The City will award the contract within sixty calendar days after bid opening.