Pella Civicplus #121

The City of Pella, Iowa, is seeking bids for the West Generating Plant Control Upgrades Project. - Government Buyer: - City of Pella, City Council, City Clerk Mandy Smith - Contracting office located at City Offices, 825 Broadway, Pella, Iowa - Scope of Work: - Upgrade existing generator relaying and control interface - Modify 15 kV switchgear buswork - Install 15 kV potential transformers - Perform related electrical work - Products/Services Requested: - 15 kV potential transformers (installation) - Generator relaying and control interface upgrades - 15 kV switchgear buswork modifications - Unique Requirements: - Preference for Iowa-grown products, Iowa-produced coal, and Iowa domestic labor - Bid security required (10% of bid amount) - Bidders must submit a completed Bidder Status Form for resident bidder preference - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Locations: - Work and administration at City Offices, 825 Broadway, and Public Safety Complex, 614 Main Street, Pella, Iowa

The City of Pella issued a solicitation for the West Generating Plant Control Upgrades Project, which involves upgrading existing generator relaying and control interface, modifying 15 kV switchgear buswork, installing 15 kV potential transformers, and related work. Bids were to be submitted to the City Clerk by March 24, 2026, with a public bid opening and subsequent City Council review and contract award planned. The project includes specific requirements for bid security, preference for Iowa products and labor, and a construction completion deadline of December 15, 2026.