Lincoln Electric System Procureware #039-26

LES Solicits 115kV Vertical Break Switches for Lincoln Substation

This opportunity involves the Lincoln Electric System (LES) seeking bids for high-voltage switchgear for use at a local substation in Lincoln, Nebraska. - Government Buyer: - Lincoln Electric System (LES), a local public utility in Lincoln, Nebraska - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) 115kV class, manually operated vertical break switches with manual operators - Per LES specification S-26-05 - Outdoor type, three-pole, single throw, braidless, group operated - 2,000-amp continuous current rating - Includes copper or aluminum alloy live parts, silver-to-silver contact surfaces, stainless steel fasteners - Station post insulators, arc horn gap interrupting devices, worm gear manual operators, and hot dip galvanized steel bases and mounting hardware - OEM and Vendor Requirements: - No specific OEMs named; bidders must be manufacturers with at least three years of satisfactory service history and at least 100 identical units supplied in the U.S. - Compliance with ANSI/IEEE, IEC, ASME, ASTM, NEMA, and NESC standards is mandatory - Bidders must provide detailed specifications, warranty information, and compliance documentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Switches must be suitable for mounting on existing LES structures at the 70 & Bluff Substation - Delivery is FOB Lincoln, Nebraska - Standard and optional extended warranty periods required - Place of Performance/Delivery: - 70 & Bluff Substation, Lincoln, Nebraska

Description

Lincoln Electric System is soliciting bids for the purchase and delivery of 115kV Vertical Break Switches as per their specifications. The contract requires furnishing two 115kV class, manually operated vertical break switches with manual operators, meeting detailed technical and construction standards. Bidders must comply with delivery, warranty, and compliance requirements, submitting bids through the LES Online Procurement System by April 2, 2026. The switches will be delivered FOB Lincoln, Nebraska, and must meet specific performance and design criteria outlined in the solicitation documents.

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