Austin Afo #RFP 1100 EAL3030

Austin Energy Solicits Multi-Year Supply of Three-Phase Pad-Mounted Distribution Transformers

The City of Austin, through Austin Energy, is seeking qualified suppliers for a multi-year contract to provide three-phase pad-mounted distribution transformers for underground electrical distribution. - Government Buyer: - City of Austin, dba Austin Energy (Electric Utility Department) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - ABB - Central Moloney - Cooper (Cooper Power Systems) - Daelim Electric - Ermco - General Electric - Howard Industries - Jiangsu Huapeng Transformer Co - Kuhlman - IFD Corporation (for fault detection devices) - Products Requested: - Three-phase, pad-mounted, self-cooled distribution transformers (75 kVA to 2500 kVA, 15 kV/12.47 kV primary) - Multiple configurations: feed-thru and radial feed, dead front, 208Y/120V and 480Y/277V secondary voltages - Key part numbers include: 997.0, 1002.0, 998.0, 1003.0, 1000.0, 1011.0, 1001.0, 1012.0, 1009.0, 1004.0, 1005.0, 16781.0, 1006.0, 16782.0, 1007.0, 16783.0, 1008.0, 16784.0, E-0649 - Estimated annual usage: up to 285 units - Cooper Power Systems fuse holders (part numbers 4000361C99FV, 4038804B03M) - IFD Corporation resettable internal fault detection device (part number IFD-ORCA-10PSI-aA) - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, and DOE 2016 energy conservation standards - Manufacturer or authorized distributor status required - Maximum transformer weight: 16,000 pounds - Guaranteed no-load and load losses with penalties for exceeding specified values - Manufacturer test reports and barcoded nameplates required - On-time delivery goal of 95%; delivery FOB destination (Decker Yard, Austin, TX) - Contract term: 24 months with up to three 12-month extension options - NIGP code: 28586 (Transformers, Power Distribution) - No services requested; supply of goods only

Description

The City of Austin, operating as Austin Energy, is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to supply three-phase pad-mounted distribution transformers on an as-needed basis. The transformers must meet specific technical specifications outlined in the solicitation, including compliance with IEEE standards and Department of Energy efficiency ratings. The procurement involves various transformer sizes and configurations, with detailed requirements for testing, losses, and metering accommodations. The solicitation process follows a competitive sealed proposals method with a submission deadline of April 21, 2026.

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