Supply and Delivery of Materials for the Donnie Distribution Substation (Re-Bid)

City of Homestead - Procurement & Contract Services has issued invitation to bid, solicitation ITB#202637.

The City of Homestead Power System (HPS) is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of materials and equipment required for the Donnie Avocado 138kV/13.2kV Substation Project. To support the project schedule and maintain greater control over equipment procurement, HPS will purchase major substation components directly from qualified manufacturers and suppliers. This solicitation is intended to secure critical long-lead electrical equipment and associated materials needed for the construction of the new substation. By procuring these materials directly, HPS can ensure timely delivery, compliance with project specifications, and compatibility with existing utility infrastructure. Vendors shall provide pricing, technical information, lead times, and all other requirements identified in the solicitation documents for the materials specified herein. The City of Homestead is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages participation from MBE/WBE/DBE businesses.

The City of Homestead Power System (HPS) is developing the Donnie Avocado 138kV/13.2kV Distribution Substation to support continued growth, enhance system reliability, and increase electrical capacity within its service territory. The new substation will be located in Homestead, Florida, and will serve as a critical component of the City's electric utility infrastructure. The facility is being designed as a 138kV/13.2kV distribution substation with a loop-in/loop-out transmission configuration and will ultimately support an approximate capacity of 89 MVA through the installation of two power transformers and associated distribution feeders. As part of this project, HPS is seeking qualified manufacturers and suppliers to furnish and deliver substation equipment and materials in accordance with the specifications and requirements contained in this solicitation. The equipment procured under this bid will be utilized in the construction and commissioning of the Donnie Avocado Substation and must meet all applicable industry standards, utility requirements, and project specifications. The City intends to procure high-quality equipment that supports long-term system reliability, operational efficiency, and compatibility with existing utility assets.

Responses are due October 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT.

Questions must be submitted by October 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT.

Commodity categories: Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution; Electric Power Generation; Other Electric Power Generation; Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution; Electric Bulk Power Transmission and Control; Electric Power Distribution; Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors; Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.

Contact: Lissandra Kmoch, Procurement Specialist II (lkmoch@homesteadfl.gov, (305) 224-4620).

1 document is attached to the notice: Donnie_Material_Specs.

The full solicitation document, addenda and the question-and-answer thread are on the agency's OpenGov portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofhomestead/projects/303951. Responses are submitted electronically there, and a free vendor account is required before you can upload one.