This municipal contract provides for diagnostic, maintenance, and repair services exclusively for Caterpillar (Cat) generators used by the City of Mesa’s water‑resources infrastructure. The City issued an RFP, received one responsive bid, and awarded a single‑vendor, $450,000‑per‑year firm‑fixed‑price contract to Empire Southwest, LLC (dba Empire Power Systems). The work is limited to Cat‑brand generator equipment, requiring the vendor to have authorized access to Caterpillar proprietary systems and to meet specific OEM qualifications. The award was announced via a Notice of Intent to Award (June 21 2023) and a formal Notice of Award (July 5 2023).
• Scope: Diagnostic, preventive maintenance, and corrective repair of Cat generators.
• Value: $450,000 annually (single‑award).
• Vendor: Empire Southwest, LLC (Empire Power Systems), the only qualified respondent.
• Agency: City of Mesa Purchasing Office, responsible for funding and contract administration.