City Utilities of Springfield issued an Invitation‑for‑Bid (IFB) for six 161 kV instrument‑potential transformers (ABB model) to replace existing units. The solicitation, posted on 25 August 2026, closed on 8 September 2026 with a public opening shortly thereafter. After evaluation, Arkansas Electric Cooperatives Inc was awarded the contract with a unit price of $25,855, resulting in a total contract value of approximately $155,130. The award follows a full‑open competition process, requiring bidders to submit a response form electronically via the city’s EBAT portal; no installation or service work is included, only the supply of the transformers with standard delivery terms (FOB Springfield, MO) and Net‑30 payment.
• Item: ABB 161 kV potential transformer, 6 units, EA
• Awarded to: Arkansas Electric Cooperatives Inc (unit price $25,855)
• Procurement type: Full open competition, unit‑price based, award made 23 Sept 2026