Circuit Breakers for Basalt Switchyard

This solicitation seeks the purchase of high‑voltage SF6 dead‑tank circuit breakers for the Basalt Switchyard operated by the Chelan‑Puyallup Public Utility District. The agency intends to acquire three 115 kV, 2000 A, 40 kA breakers (with an option for up to ten additional units) and two 115 kV, 3000 A, 50 kA breakers (with an option for up to six additional units). The total estimated budget for the project is $1,195,200, and five vendors submitted bids, though the contract was ultimately not awarded. • Scope: Supply of outdoor high‑voltage SF6 dead‑tank circuit breakers (115 kV class). • Quantity: 3 × 2000 A / 40 kA units (option up to 10) and 2 × 3000 A / 50 kA units (option up to 6). • Budget: Approximately $1.2 million total, with individual bid amounts ranging from ~$519 k to ~$754 k.