Description
This contract is an Invitation to Bid issued by the City of Wilmington for the replacement of the generator Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) controller at the Wilmington Police Headquarters. The work must be performed on an existing ATS enclosure with existing wiring and piping, and the contractor must provide a qualified factory‑trained technician to perform the installation, testing, and training of police department staff. The project is limited to two‑hour maximum power outages, must be conducted after normal business hours or on weekends, and includes a mandatory 14 % subcontracting to minority‑owned businesses. The City requires extensive insurance coverage, a 90‑day bid guarantee, and a one‑year labor and material warranty.
• Scope: Remove existing ATS controller, install new controller, verify operation, and train police personnel.
• Schedule constraints: Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (April 8 2025) and bid deadline (April 22 2025); work to begin within 10 days of award and limited to 2 hours of power loss.
• Contractor requirements: Certified electrical/automation expertise, ability to work after hours, compliance with MBE/DBE participation, and provision of required insurance and bonding.