Opportunity
MyVendorLink #RFI08272600000124
City of Ocala seeks information on automatic recloser equipment and intelligent recloser controls for electric utility smart-grid applications.
Posted
August 28, 2026
Respond By
September 21, 2026
Identifier
RFI08272600000124
NAICS
335314, 335313
The City of Ocala Electric Utility (OEU) is seeking information from the market regarding advanced automatic recloser equipment and intelligent recloser controls for smart-grid applications. - Government Buyer: - City of Ocala Electric Utility (OEU), managed by the City of Ocala Purchasing Department - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs required; Schneider Electric is listed among planholders, indicating potential relevance - Products/Services Requested: - Automatic recloser equipment for electric distribution systems - Must support remote monitoring, remote control, protection, and communications - Intelligent recloser controls - Must provide advanced distribution automation and smart-grid functionality - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment must enable future smart-grid applications - Emphasis on remote and automated capabilities - This is a Request for Information (RFI) for market research only; not a solicitation or request for pricing
Description
The City of Ocala's Electric Utility is conducting market research on automatic recloser equipment and intelligent recloser controls that provide remote monitoring, remote control, protection, communications, and advanced distribution automation functionality for future smart-grid applications. This Request for Information (RFI) is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or request for pricing. Responses are due by 2:00 P.M. EST on September 21, 2026. The procurement is managed by the City of Ocala's Purchasing Department.