24-17.9B Major Equipment Project

The City of Piqua, Ohio is soliciting sealed bids for major electrical equipment for its 69 kV “The Site” substation. The scope includes supply of one 69 kV circuit switcher, two 69 kV SF6 circuit breakers, two 69 kV vacuum circuit breakers, and a lot of associated substation materials. Bidders must submit electronic or hard‑copy bids by 10:00 AM on 12 Oct 2026, provide a 10 % bid bond (or certified check) and a performance bond equal to 100 % of the contract amount. Questions must be directed to Jill Parrett by 4:00 PM on 6 Oct 2026. The engineer’s estimate for the equipment package is $575,000. • Equipment items: 1 × 69 kV circuit switcher, 2 × 69 kV SF6 breakers, 2 × 69 kV vacuum breakers, plus substation material lot. • Bid submission: electronic via Bid Express, email (subject line required), or sealed hard‑copy. • Mandatory 10 % bid bond; 100 % performance bond after award. • No withdrawal for 90 days post‑closing. • Plans and specs available 8 Sep 2026 on city website; full set at City Power Systems Office.