California eProcure #0000040672

Winterhaven Border Protection Station propane generator and electrical system replacement

California is seeking a public-works contractor to replace the propane generator and associated electrical equipment at the Winterhaven Border Protection Station. - Government buyer: California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), including its Plant Health and Pest Prevention Services Division and Administrative Services Division/Departmental Service Branch; the California Department of General Services (DGS) manages the project and developed the drawings and specifications. - Main equipment: One specified 20 kW/25 kVA, 240/120 V, single-phase propane generator, with a NEMA 3R Level II sound-attenuated enclosure and 20-foot exhaust extension. The project manual identifies Cummins Model C20 N6; the working drawings identify Cummins Model C20 N6 Level II F217-2 or equivalent. The portal separately lists two Generator Replacement lines, each with a quantity of one. - Electrical system: One integrated, switched-neutral ATS/panelboard rated 100 A, 240/120 V, single-phase, 10 kAIC, 16 circuits, and NEMA 3R. Provide associated power and control conduits and conductors and reconnect the existing above-ground propane tank piping. - Other specified equipment and work: Demolish and remove the existing generator, ATS/panelboard, conduits, conductors, and related hardware; install a concrete equipment pad, grounding system, emergency lockout switch, resistive load bank, and three protective bollards. Maintain station operations during construction and provide at least eight hours of generator and ATS training for CAL FIRE staff by a factory technician or authorized vendor. - Additional technical requirements: Generator specifications include seismic and NFPA 110 compliance. The project also specifies compliant electrical and communications cabling and pathways, grounding, signage, and fire- and safety-code requirements. Work must follow the DGS working drawings and project manual; the cost proposal includes demolition, materials/equipment, construction/installation, miscellaneous costs, and a 20% contingency. - Named manufacturers and vendors: Cummins is the named generator manufacturer. Other named manufacturers/vendors are Southwire, International Wire Group, Inc., New England Wire Technologies Corp., Dottie, Ideal, 3M, NSI, Thomas & Betts, Old Castle, and Arrow Fastener; they are referenced for electrical materials and components, not as the generator OEM. - Contractor qualifications and readiness: The solicitation identifies California C-10 electrical and C-36 plumbing license requirements, either held by the contractor or covered through subcontracting. Work is to be available within 30 calendar days after required approvals and contract execution, or on a date agreed with CDFA.

Description

The contractor shall demolish and replace the existing generator at the Winterhaven Border Protection Station in Imperial County. The work also includes replacing the existing integrated panelboard and associated conductors, with project scope components developed by the Department of General Services to be followed. The attachments specify a new propane standby generator, associated conduits and conductors, and reconnection of existing above-ground propane tank pipes. A mandatory pre-bid conference is listed for October 21, 2026, in Winterhaven, California.

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