QQ# 165038JB Battery Banks for Lucy Switching Station, McMinn & Renaissance Substations

The City of Homestead Energy Services Dept (HPS) is seeking quotes for the supply and delivery of three complete 125VDC Battery Bank Systems for the Lucy Switching Station, McMinn Substation, and Renaissance Substation. The systems are critical infrastructure components, providing DC power to trip circuit breakers during faults, power emergency lighting, and maintain communications with the System Control Center during a total AC power loss. Key requirements include: * System Voltage: 125 VDC (Nominal) * Number of Cells: 60 cells per system * Cell Type: Flooded Lead-Acid with Lead-Selenium (Low Antimony) positive plate alloy * Capacity: Minimum 205 Ah at the 8-hour rate (C8) to 1.75 Volts per cell (VPC) at 77°F (25°C) * The vendor shall furnish and deliver three complete 125VDC stationary battery systems, including racks and accessories. The following are some key points to consider: • The battery banks serve as the "heart" of the substation’s protection and control system • The systems are intended for heavy-duty utility substation service, providing critical protection and control power • The vendor must provide a separate line-item cost for Gas Recombination Valves and a Microprocessor-controlled SCR battery charger • The City will accept a Quotation by issuing a Purchase Order to the Supplier