Description
This municipal solicitation seeks a qualified electrical contractor to replace the existing automatic transfer switch (ATS) controller at the Wilmington Police Headquarters while preserving continuous power to critical police operations. The work must be performed after normal business hours or on weekends, with a maximum allowable outage of two hours, and includes de‑energizing, removal, installation, wiring termination, testing, and training of police staff. The bid package requires four hard‑copy copies, an affidavit of non‑collusion, insurance certificates, a 90‑day bid guarantee, and a commitment to subcontract at least 14 % of the contract value to minority‑owned businesses. The contract will be awarded to the most responsive and responsible bidder through full open competition.
• Scope: Replace ATS controller (use existing enclosure, wiring, piping) and optionally replace full ATS unit.
• Schedule: Mandatory pre‑bid meeting 8 Apr 2025; bids due 22 Apr 2025; 90‑day bid validity.
• Requirements: After‑hours work, 2‑hour outage limit, factory‑trained technician, 1‑year warranty, insurance (≥ $1 M CGL, workers’ comp, auto), MBE/DBE participation.