Ames Ionwave #2026-092

City of Ames Solicitation for 69/13.8 kV Power Transformer and Installation at Mortensen Road Substation

The City of Ames Electric Services Department is seeking bids for the supply and installation of a 69/13.8 kV power transformer at the Mortensen Road substation as part of substation improvements. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Electric Services Department, Purchasing Division - Contact: Amanda Moore, Procurement Specialist II - Products & Services Requested: - One (1) 69/13.8 kV Delta to 13.8 kV GRDY power transformer (16.8/22.4/28 MVA 65C ONAN/ONAF/ONAF) with load tap changer and accessories - Field services including assembly and testing of the transformer - Installation of the transformer at the Mortensen Road substation - OEMs & Vendors: - No specific OEMs are named in the solicitation - Potential plan holders include Electrical Power Products, Inc., Midwest Electric Transformer Services, Inc., Tesla Transformadores, among others - Notable Requirements: - Guaranteed loss characteristics must be provided - Compliance with Iowa sales, consumer, and use tax requirements - Affirmative action compliance forms required - Emphasis on local vendor participation - Delivery and installation schedules to be proposed by supplier - The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bids - Place of Performance: - Mortensen Road Substation, Ames, IA 50010

Description

The City of Ames, Iowa, through its Electric Services Department, is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and installation of a 69/13.8 kV power transformer at the Mortensen Road substation. Bids must be submitted electronically via AmesBids by April 29, 2026, and should comply with the detailed plans and specifications provided online. The solicitation includes requirements for guaranteed loss characteristics, delivery, warranty, and other technical specifications. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bids and to waive informalities as deemed in its best interest.

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