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Brigham City

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City Council

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Notice Title

Request for Proposal - Electrical Engineer Consulting Services

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Event Start Date & Time

January 15, 2025 09:37 AM

Event End Date & Time

January 31, 2025 05:00 PM

Description/Agenda

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Electrical Engineering Services BRIGHAM CITY CORPORATION www.bcutah.gov PO Box 1005 20 North Main Street Brigham City, Utah Brigham City Corporation is seeking proposals from qualified electrical engineering firms or individuals to provide comprehensive Electrical Engineering Consulting Services for municipal projects. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m., January 31, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. 1. Administrative Background Brigham City Corporation, a municipal entity in Utah, provides diverse services, including utilities such as electricity, water, and sewer. The City owns and operates its electrical utility and anticipates significant growth over the next 20 years. The purpose of this RFP is to select a qualified consultant to deliver electrical engineering expertise, ensuring the City's infrastructure can support growth while maintaining reliability and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. 2. Minimum Qualifications Proposals will only be accepted from licensed professional engineering firms or licensed individuals with proven experience in the following: Electrical distribution and transmission design Power system analysis and planning Load studies and forecasting Renewable energy integration System protection and control Compliance with NESC, NEC, and other relevant codes 3. Scope of Services The selected consultant will: - Provide System Design and Planning - Evaluate and design distribution and transmission projects. - Support long-term infrastructure planning and capacity analysis. - Perform Load and System Studies - Analyze current loads and forecast future needs. - Develop solutions for grid optimization and reliability. - Provide design & engineering for transmission and distribution - Substation coordination studies and relay settings - Project Oversight and Support: o Manage or support construction oversight, including compliance verification. - Consult on Utility Operations and Policies: o Develop and recommend operational improvements and best practices. 4. Proposal Submission Requirements Proposals must include: - Company name, address, and contact information. - Resumes of key personnel, including their role and expertise in electrical engineering. - A summary of relevant experience, with a minimum of three municipal project references. - A description of the firm's approach to meeting Brigham City's service needs, including communication protocols and timeline management. - A current fixed fee schedule, including hourly rates and reimbursable expenses. 5. Evaluation Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on: - Technical Qualifications (30%): Experience with electrical systems, grid design, and municipal infrastructure. - Key Personnel (15%): Qualifications of project team members and technical specialists. - Experience and References (25%): Past work with municipalities and references for similar projects. - Proposed Approach (20%): Understanding of Brigham City's objectives and strategy for efficient service delivery. - Fee Schedule (10%): Competitive pricing and clarity of cost structure. 6. Submission Details Submit original or electronic copy: Brigham City Corporation Attn: Kristina Rasmussen PO Box 1005 20 N. Main Street Brigham City, UT 84302 krasmussen@bcutah.gov Proposals must not exceed 25 pages. 7. General Conditions - Cost of Proposal Preparation: Costs are the responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed. - Contract Terms: The contract will have an initial term of five years, with potential extensions at the City's discretion. - Public Records: All submitted information will be public record, except sections explicitly requested for confidentiality per Utah law. 8. Contact for Questions For clarification or further information, please contact: Tom Cooper Public Power Director tcooper@bcutah.gov 435-734-6623 Brigham City Corporation reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any informalities deemed in the best interest of the City.

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Brigham City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. If you are planning to attend this public meeting and, due to a disability, need assistance in understanding or participating in the meeting, please notify the City eight or more hours in advance of the meeting and we will try to provide whatever assistance may be required. The person to contact for assistance is Christina Boss, City Recorder, at 734-6621.

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20 N Main St
Brigham City, UT 84302
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Contact Name

Kristina Rasmussen

Contact Email

krasmussen@bcutah.gov

Contact Phone

435-734-6621

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Notice Posted On

January 15, 2025 09:39 AM

Notice Last Edited On

January 15, 2025 09:39 AM

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