Construction Electrical Distribution Upgrade for Egegik

This contract involves the complete upgrade of the City of Egegik’s 15 kV overhead electrical distribution system, including installation of new poles, transformers, conductors, and demolition of the existing system. The work is divided into a base‑bid area and two additive alternate areas, all priced on a lump‑sum basis. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, mobilization, field office, and must manage material take‑offs, with the City supplying pre‑drilled cross‑arms and handling purchase of any additional materials, while the contractor bears freight costs. The project schedule is tight, requiring material delivery by mid‑May 2015 and substantial completion by November 1 2015. The solicitation was a full‑open competition with a 5 % bid guarantee and no set‑aside restrictions. • Scope: New 15 kV overhead primary cable, pole‑mounted transformers, conduit installation, pole grounding per RUS standards. • Schedule: Bid opening 24 Feb 2015; material shipment May 2015; substantial completion 1 Nov 2015; final close‑out 1 Dec 2015. • Requirements: Contractor‑provided field office, compliance with Alaska labor wage tables, provision of performance and payment bonds, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.