3 Phase Padmount Transformers 300 kVA, 500 kVA, 750 kVA, & 1500 kVA

This procurement concerns the purchase of ten new three‑phase pad‑mounted distribution transformers (2 × 300 kVA, 3 × 500 kVA, 3 × 750 kVA, 2 × 1500 kVA) for the City of Dothan’s electric utility. The transformers are dead‑front, loop‑feed units designed to step down primary voltages of 7.62‑13.2 kV to secondary voltages of either 120/208 V or 277/480 V. Three vendors were awarded the contract, with total award values of $585,958 (MVA Power), $499,947 (Southwest Electric), and an undocumented amount for Howard Industries. Delivery is contingent on engineering drawing approval, with a lead‑time of 44‑48 weeks. The bid opened on 9/6/2022, and the award was finalized on 10/5/2022 under Resolution 2022‑3249. • 10 transformers total, spanning four size classes (300 kVA‑1500 kVA). • Three vendors awarded; combined known award amount exceeds $1.08 M. • Lead‑time of roughly 10‑12 months after drawing approval; no fixed completion date provided. • Procurement conducted via open competition by the City of Dothan Utilities.