Opportunity
CanadaBuys #AB-2026-03707
Engineering Design Services for Namao Substation Expansion (Epcor, Edmonton)
Posted
May 11, 2026
Respond By
June 01, 2026
Identifier
AB-2026-03707
NAICS
541330, 237130
Epcor is soliciting proposals for engineering design services to support the expansion of the Namao Substation in Edmonton, Alberta. - Government Buyer: - Epcor (Canadian utility company) - OEMs and Vendors: - Epcor (buyer; no other OEMs or vendors specified) - Products/Services Requested: - Professional engineering services for detailed design of substation yard expansion - Electrical, structural, and civil engineering - Replacement of two 72kV lines - Reconfiguration of existing 72kV circuit connections - Addition of a new 72kV dead-tank breaker - Yard expansion and ground grid extension - Construction or rebuilding of gantries - Development of issued-for-tender (IFT) and issued-for-construction (IFC) packages - Construction scope-of-work, material specifications, procurement support - Construction phase support (e.g., shop drawing and concrete test approvals) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Excludes protection & control (P&C), SCADA, and telecom work - Open and competitive procurement governed by the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) - Contract duration is 43 months - Place of Performance: - Namao Substation, 12715-101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta - Epcor offices in Edmonton for contracting and project management
Description
This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks a successful proponent to provide engineering services for the detailed design of yard expansion at Namao Substation in Edmonton, Alberta. The work includes electrical, structural, and civil engineering to replace two 72kV lines, reconfigure existing 72kV circuit connections, and add a new 72kV dead-tank breaker. The project involves yard expansion, ground grid extension, and new or rebuilt gantries, excluding P&C, SCADA, and telecom work. The scope includes development of issued-for-tender and issued-for-construction packages, construction scope-of-work, material specifications, procurement support, and construction phase support such as approving shop drawings and concrete tests.