Opportunity
Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001437
Iowa State University Solicits High Voltage Switchgear, Metering Cabinet, and Transformer for Utilities Services
Posted
April 22, 2026
Respond By
May 13, 2026
Identifier
RFQ-1001437
NAICS
335313, 335311, 423610
Iowa State University of Science and Technology is seeking quotes for high voltage electrical equipment to support its Utilities Services Department. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology, Utilities Services Department - OEMs and Vendors: - S&C Electric Company (switchgear and metering cabinet; no exceptions allowed) - G&W Electric Company (switchgear; no exceptions allowed) - ABB, WEG, Cooper Power Systems, Eaton, ERMCO, Howard Industries, Square D (transformer; only these OEMs accepted) - Products/Services Requested: - S&C Electric Company SF6 Vista 624 Switchgear (1 unit; part number 936242-T4-L2-O-P6-S-Z5) - S&C Electric Company SF6 Vista 523 Switchgear (1 unit; part number 855232-L2-O-P6-S-Z5) - S&C Electric Company Primary Metering Cabinet (1 unit; PME/PMU style, ABB VIZ-11 PTs, KIR-11 CTs) - G&W Electric Company RAC55 Switchgear (2 units; part number RAC55-376F-40SF) - 300kVA, 4160V:208/120V Oil-Filled Pad-Mounted Transformer (1 unit; copper windings, biodegradable fluid, high efficiency, certified test results required) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to specified OEMs for switchgear and metering cabinet (no substitutions permitted) - Transformer must meet high efficiency (>99%) and low loss standards, with certified test results and a 50-year operational evaluation for losses - All equipment must comply with ANSI and NEMA standards - Submission of transformer data sheet and equipment delivery schedule required with quote - Staggered delivery deadlines for each item; early delivery allowed with approval - Approval drawings and as-built documentation required - Delivery Locations: - Iowa State University, Ames, IA (Utilities Services Department) - Contracting office: 1919 Warren Madden Bldg, 2221 Wanda Daley Drive, Ames, IA 50011-1004
Description
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting information from qualified companies to provide four (4) switchgear, a primary metering cabinet, and a pad-mounted transformer for use by the Utilities Services Department. The solicitation includes detailed technical specifications and delivery schedules for each equipment item. Bidders must submit approval drawings, equipment delivery schedules, and comply with the general terms and conditions. The equipment must meet specified standards and delivery deadlines ranging from September 30, 2026, to December 1, 2027.