# Oregon Buys #S-C01010-00018054

Brand Standardization for Caterpillar 3-Way Transfer Switches in Pump Stations

**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** October 08, 2026
**Identifier:** S-C01010-00018054
**NAICS:** 423610

Clackamas County Water Environment Services has announced a brand standardization for Caterpillar 3-way transfer switches used in pump station electrical systems.
- Government Buyer:
  - Water Environment Services (WES), Procurement Division, Clackamas County, Oregon
- OEM Highlight:
  - Caterpillar is the sole specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
- Products Requested:
  - 3-way transfer switch (Caterpillar brand)
    - Quantity: 1 listed in notice; applies to future solicitations
    - Critical for connecting portable backup generators during power outages
    - Ensures continuous operation and regulatory compliance
- Notable Requirements:
  - Compatibility with existing infrastructure
  - Regulatory compliance for pump station operations
  - Brand standardization effective for ten years
  - Vendor protests allowed within fourteen days of notice
- Delivery and billing location: Oregon City, OR

### Description

This solicitation is for the standardization of brand names for Caterpillar equipment related to water environment services. It specifically involves 3-way transfer switches used in pump station electrical systems to ensure safe and efficient connection of portable backup generators during power outages. The standardization is effective for a class of solicitations and will last until December 31, 2030. The procurement is managed by Clackamas County's Water Environment Services department, with delivery and billing to Oregon City, OR.

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