Brazos Valley Ionwave #034-10-26

Bryan Texas Utilities Solicits De-Tanking, Inspection, and Testing of Tabor Autotransformer

Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU), a municipal electric utility in Bryan, Texas, is seeking bids for specialized services related to the Tabor Autotransformer at the Tabor Substation. - Government Buyer: - Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU), City of Bryan, Purchasing Department - OEMs and Vendors: - Siemens (Autotransformer OEM) - ABB (Bushings OEM) - Reinhausen (Load Tap Changer OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - De-tanking, inspection, and testing of a three-phase, 168MVA, 138kV Siemens autotransformer (Model MLFN 8152) - Pre- and post-testing (power factor, transformer turns ratio, winding resistance, core ground resistance, insulation resistance, SFRA) - Oil sampling and processing - Internal inspection and repairs (including bushings and gaskets replacement) - Use of ABB bushings (part numbers: 1ZUA034012-AAA, 1ZUA069012-AAA, 1ZUA138012-AAA, 025W2000BE) - Reinhausen Load Tap Changer (Type RMV-II2000) - Detailed service reporting and one additional mobilization - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Certified technicians and specialized oil processing equipment required - Lump sum pricing with monthly payments based on percent completion; 20% contingency included - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit - Compliance with ANSI and IEC standards - Completion required by contract deadline; time is of the essence

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Bid (RFB No. 034-10-26) issued by Bryan Texas Utilities for the de-tanking, inspection, and testing of the Tabor Autotransformer. The scope includes mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit scheduled for July 17, 2026, at the BTU System Operations Center and Tabor Substation in Bryan, Texas. Bids must be submitted electronically or sealed by August 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The solicitation includes detailed technical appendices and requires compliance with specified forms and procedures.

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