656-22-341 Conduct Substation Upgrade

Project ID: 36C26326B0024 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	VISN 23: Midwest Health Care Network
Deadline	05/11/26
Posted	04/06/26
Estimated Value	$3,500,000 - $6,000,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SDVOSBC
NAICS	238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
PSC	Y1NZ - Construction Of Other Utilities
Location	Saint Cloud, MN 56303 United States

Description

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Base Project

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment required to: Remove and replace two large 5000KVA utility grade transformers with two 6000 KVA utility grade transformers. Remove and replace a total of 16 smaller medium voltage transformers in the range of 30 KVA to 750 KVA. Provide passive, anti-ram rated bollards in accordance with ASTM F2656 crash rating requirements (minimum M30/P1 or as directed by VA), installed per Specification Section 34 71 13. Bollards shall be placed a minimum of 3 feet from transformer pads, spaced no more than 5 feet apart, and removable where located within electrical working clearances, designed per project drawings. Replace transformer pads, where required, with new pads meeting 4000 psi concrete strength and reinforcement per EK501 detail in the drawings. All work completed in accordance with the specifications and contract drawings. Deducts:

Bid Item I

(Alternate Deduct 1) 886 Calendar Days All Work of Bid Item I, less work to provide and install Transformer TF-50, as follows: Delete the furnishing and installation of install Transformer TF-50 as specified and indicated on the drawings.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing this solicitation for the project titled 'Conduct Substation Upgrade' (Project Number: 656-22-341) at the St. Cloud VA Health Care System. The goal of this contract is to upgrade the electrical substation by replacing existing transformers and enhancing site security through the installation of anti-ram rated bollards, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Work Details The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment required to: 1. Remove and replace two large 5000 KVA utility grade transformers with two 6000 KVA utility grade transformers. 2. Remove and replace a total of 16 smaller medium voltage transformers ranging from 30 KVA to 750 KVA. 3. Provide passive, anti-ram rated bollards in accordance with ASTM F2656 crash rating requirements (minimum M30/P1 or as directed by VA), installed per Specification Section 34 71 13. Bollards shall be placed a minimum of 3 feet from transformer pads, spaced no more than 5 feet apart, and removable where located within electrical working clearances, designed per project drawings. 4. Replace transformer pads where required with new pads meeting a minimum strength of 4000 psi concrete and reinforcement per EK501 detail in the drawings. All work must be completed in accordance with the specifications and contract drawings. Additional tasks include demolition and removal of existing transformers and concrete as required, disposal of non-reusable materials, performing medium-voltage cable testing (Insulation Resistance, Tan Delta, VLF withstand), providing arc-flash labeling per Division 26 specifications, and developing a phased outage plan for power continuity during construction. Period of Performance The contractor must begin performance within 16 calendar days after receiving the award and complete it within 870 calendar days after receiving the Notice to Proceed. Place of Performance St. Cloud VA Health Care System

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