Opportunity
CanadaBuys #BCRFI_24660
BC Hydro Seeks Resonant AC HIPOT Test Set for Generator Testing
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
October 06, 2026
Identifier
BCRFI_24660
NAICS
333999
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority is seeking supplier information for a specialized Resonant AC High-Potential (HIPOT) Test Set for use at the Revelstoke Generating Plant. - Government Buyer: - British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) - Products/Services Requested: - Resonant AC High-Potential (HIPOT) Test Set - Purpose: To evaluate insulation strength of hydro-electric generator stator and rotor windings - Application: Used for commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of generators - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or quantities specified - Notable Requirements: - Equipment must meet internal acceptance and maintenance standards for generator testing - Suppliers must register on the BC Bid platform to participate - Responses must be submitted in English - Procurement is subject to Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement - No OEMs or vendors are named in the notice
Description
This solicitation seeks information from suppliers capable of supplying a specialized Resonant AC High-Potential (HIPOT) Test Set. The equipment will be used at BC Hydro's Revelstoke Generating Plant to evaluate hydro-electric generator stator and rotor winding insulation strength. The testing is required by internal acceptance and maintenance standards and is used for diagnostic testing to assess winding condition. The opportunity is subject to Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and all responses must be in English.