# Kansas City Public Utilities Demandstar #RFP 946

Replacement of Nearman N1 Generator Step Up Transformer for KC Board of Public Utilities

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Respond By:** November 06, 2026
**Identifier:** RFP 946
**NAICS:** 335311

This opportunity seeks the replacement of the Nearman N1 Generator Step Up transformer for the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (KCBPU).
- Government Buyer:
  - Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (KCBPU), Wyandotte County, KS
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Generator Step Up Transformer
    - 280MVA capacity
    - High side: 161KV Grounded Wye
    - Low side: 19KV Delta
    - Must match the physical dimensions of the existing transformer to ensure compatibility with current low side isophase bus and high side overhead transmission line
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs named; solicitation is open to all qualified transformer manufacturers
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Strict adherence to specified electrical characteristics and physical dimensions
  - Compatibility with existing infrastructure is mandatory
  - Technical specifications and documentation of the existing equipment are provided in the solicitation

### Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by KC Board of Public Utilities seeks proposals to replace the Nearman unit N1 Generator Step Up transformer. The transformer has a capacity of 280 MVA, with a high side voltage of 161KV Grounded Wye and a low side voltage of 19KV Delta. The replacement transformer must be of equal dimension to accommodate the existing low side isophase bus and high side overhead transmission line. The bid is open and active, with a response deadline of November 6, 2026.

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