The City of Olathe is seeking to purchase a diesel generator set with related component accessories for a compressed natural gas fueling station. The equipment must be unused and a current production model, and must comply with the requirements of the Buy America Act. Unfortunately, all bids submitted have been rejected. Key points to consider include the technical specifications of the generator set, the requirements for Buy America compliance, and the procurement process.
• The generator set must be a Caterpillar, Generac, Cummins, Benfield, Onan, or approved equal diesel generator set.
• The equipment must be unused and a current production model.
• The generator set must comply with the requirements of the Buy America Act.
• The City of Olathe has rejected all bids submitted for this contract.