Ames Ionwave #2026-140

Annual Contract for Sale and Disposal of Surplus Transformers – City of Ames Electric Department

The City of Ames Electric Department is offering an annual contract for the sale and responsible disposal of surplus transformers and related electrical equipment: - Government Buyer: - City of Ames Electric Department, Finance Office - Ames Municipal Electric System, Electric Distribution Department - Products/Services Requested: - Surplus overhead transformers (up to and including 2500 kVA, estimated 1000 KVA total) - Surplus padmount transformers (up to and including 2500 kVA, estimated 3000 KVA total) - Other electrical items (current transformers, potential transformers, estimated 10 units) - Pickup, transportation, and disposal services for surplus and junk transformers - Technical and Compliance Requirements: - PCB contamination limits: all units must have PCB levels ≤50 ppm - Compliance with City of Ames Specification T-1000.1 and EPA standards for disposal - Bidders must provide EPA Facility Number, closure fund certification, and references for similar services - Testing results for PCB contamination available; bidders may retest at their own expense - Utility provides loading assistance with notice; title transfers upon loading - Payment due within 30 days of receipt - Contract Details: - Initial term is one year, with option to extend for up to four additional years - Places of Performance and Delivery: - Electric Distribution, 2208 Edison Street, Ames, IA 50010 (primary storage and pickup location) - City Hall, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010 (administrative office) - No specific OEMs are mentioned, as the contract is for the removal and purchase of surplus equipment rather than procurement of new products.

Description

The City of Ames is soliciting bids from qualified vendors for an annual contract for the sale of surplus transformers from the Electric Department. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the option to extend for up to four additional twelve-month periods. Surplus transformers include all overhead and padmount transformers up to and including 2500 kVA, all with 50 ppm PCB or less. The successful bidder is responsible for removal and payment within thirty calendar days following pickup. Award will be based on the highest responsive and responsible bid considering overall value to the City.

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