University of Akron Workday #2026-10-403-SMK

Electrical equipment and support for The University of Akron Infrastructure Improvements Electrical Phase IV

The University of Akron is seeking electrical equipment and related support for its Infrastructure Improvements Electrical Phase IV project. - Buyer: The University of Akron, for work at various university locations in Akron, Ohio. - OEM: S&C Electric Company is the basis-of-design manufacturer for metal-enclosed switchgear; alternatives require written approval from the project engineer. No other equipment manufacturers are named. - Equipment requested: Pad-mounted transformers, outdoor medium-voltage pad-mounted switchgear, and custom metal-enclosed switchgear. Bidders must propose manufacturers, lead times, and prices for each listed designation. - Carroll Sub A: seven switchgear bays. - Carroll Sub B Termination Section: one extension bay; S&C part number CDA-820663. - SS-CC, SS-ASEC, T-CC, T-MG/KNCL, T-LAW, and T-ASEC: quantities and part numbers are not specified. - Support and requirements: Provide applicable startup, commissioning, factory-authorized field service, testing assistance, demonstrations, and owner training. Equipment must be stored indoors in conditioned space through May 2028. - Other named organizations: Scheeser Buckley Mayfield is the project engineer. Workday is identified as the sourcing platform and vendor-support provider; neither is identified as an equipment OEM. - Evaluation emphasis: Price is primary and lead time is secondary. No overall contract value or complete equipment quantities are provided.

Description

The University of Akron is requesting proposals for the pre-purchase of electrical equipment for its Infrastructure Improvements Electrical Phase IV project. The selected vendor will furnish equipment and any startup, commissioning, training, or other services specified in the project drawings and specifications, and provide indoor, conditioned storage through May 2028. The equipment specifications include pad-mounted transformers, medium-voltage pad-mount switchgear, and metal-enclosed switchgear. Price is the primary evaluation criterion, with lead time secondary; the University plans to award to one vendor based on the best price and lead time.

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