City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #FKEC BID #26-06

Award for Underground Electric Distribution System Inspection Services for FKEC

This opportunity involves a contract award for comprehensive inspection services of the underground electric distribution system for the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association (FKEC). - Government Buyer: - Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. (FKEC), Procurement Department - Scope of Work: - Inspection of underground electric distribution assets, including: - 809–890 pad-mounted distribution transformers (single-phase and three-phase) - 31 pad-mounted switchgear units - 31 primary pad-mounted junction cabinets - 49 secondary pad-mounted junction cabinets - 2 medium voltage interrupt (MVI) cabinets - 4–5 fused elbow vaults - 4 primary metering cabinets - Associated underground components: terminations, bushings, grounding, conduits, ducts, vaults, cable terminations, splices, and protective devices - Services and Deliverables: - Comprehensive condition assessments, thermal imaging, and safety compliance checks - Detailed inspection reports with photos and deficiency summaries - Use of FKEC-provided iPads and digital forms for documentation - Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) rules (including Rules 25-6.034 and 25-6.0341), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 - No switching or load interruption permitted during inspections - All personnel must be properly licensed and qualified for underground distribution inspections - Compliance with FKEC-specific safety and reporting standards - Work must be completed by the defined project schedule, with blackout dates and holiday restrictions - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs for equipment are named; the focus is on inspection services rather than product procurement - Awarded vendor: Osmose Utilities Services, Inc.

Description

Florida Keys Electric Cooperative (FKEC) is soliciting bids for comprehensive inspections of its underground electric distribution system. The work includes inspecting various pad-mounted equipment and associated underground components to assess condition, safety compliance, and reliability risks in accordance with Florida Public Service Commission rules. The contractor will document findings using FKEC-provided iPads and must comply with applicable safety and regulatory standards. The project schedule aims for completion by November 1, 2026, with no switching or load interruption during inspections.

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