This contract is for the retrofit of an existing mineral oil 28MVA transformer with FR3 insulating fluid at one of Snohomish County PUD's substations. The project requires all labor, equipment, tools, and materials necessary for the retrofit. The engineer's estimate for the project is $115,000.00. The contract was awarded through a competitive bidding process, with three vendors submitting bids. However, all bids were rejected due to inadequate specifications and requirements in the solicitation. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The project location is at 3003 W. Casino Road, Everett, in Snohomish County, Washington.
• The contract requires demonstrated experience retrofitting similarly sized transformers from mineral oil to FR3 insulating fluid.
• The bid submission process was electronic, with bids submitted through the Public Purchase website.
• The contract award recommendation was made by Sanjeev Farwaha, with an estimate of $115,000.00.