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Replacement of 44 kV Air Break Switch and Hydro Pole at Beaver Creek Institution

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is seeking bids for the replacement of a hydro utility pole and a 44 kV air break switch at Beaver Creek Institution in Ontario. - Government Buyer: - Correctional Service Canada (CSC), Contracts and Material Division - Contact: Emily Drysdale - Scope of Work: - Removal of existing hydro utility pole and 44 kV air break switch - Installation of new utility pole and new 44 kV air break switch - Coordination with utility provider for electrical isolation and reconnection - Testing, commissioning, and restoration of the electrical system - Site restoration and final cleanup - Products/Services Requested: - 1 x 44 kV air break switch (no specific part number or brand) - 1 x utility pole suitable for 44 kV application (no specific part number or brand) - Construction and installation services for high-voltage electrical infrastructure - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Canadian electrical codes and safety standards - Submission of detailed project and safety plans - Contractor must have experience with medium/high-voltage equipment replacements and certified line workers - Only Canadian suppliers are eligible under the Policy on Reciprocal Procurement - Mandatory site visit, institutional access requirements, insurance, workers compensation, and tuberculosis testing - Contract Details: - Completion required within 15 weeks from contract award - Selection based on lowest price - No specific OEMs or product brands are named; bidders must supply suitable equipment for 44 kV operation.

Description

This solicitation is issued by the Correctional Service of Canada for the Beaver Creek Institution in Ontario. The project involves replacing an existing hydro utility pole and a 44 kV air break switch on the primary electrical feed to improve system reliability and reduce unplanned outages. The contractor is responsible for coordinating with institutional staff and utility, establishing safety controls, removing old infrastructure, installing new pole and switch, testing, and restoring the system. The contract duration is approximately 4 months, and the procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on the lowest price.

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