15.5KV OUTDOOR VACUUM BREAKERS

LEGAL NOTICE
AND
INVITATION TO BID
B032-26
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board will accept electronic or sealed bids for (hereon
styled "RFB") 15.5 kV Outdoor Vacuum Breakers for Titan Substation until 5:00 PM,
March 25, 2026, in the Brownsville PUB Purchasing Office, 1155 FM 511, Olmito, Texas
78575. Electronic or sealed bids received after this time will not be considered.
Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on March 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Firms can
call in at 10:30 AM, March 26, 2026 to (956) 214-6020 to listen to the bid opening.
Brownsville Public Utilities Board utilizes the Texas Purchasing Group to post Request for
Bid/Proposal (RFP) and bid opportunities, https://www.bidnetdirect.com/texas/brownsville-
pub.
Detailed specifications may also be obtained at the following website:
https://www.brownsville-pub.com/rfp_status/open/
Each Bid shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope and shall be plainly marked on the outside
of the envelope and on any carrier's envelope: "BID B032-26 15.5 kV OUTDOOR
VACUUM BREAKERS FOR THE TITAN SUBSTATION MARCH 25, 2026, 5:00
PM". This envelope shall be addressed to Diane Solitaire; Brownsville Public Utilities
Board; Purchasing Department; 1155 FM 511, Olmito, Texas 78575.
Each bid shall constitute an offer to the Board, as outlined therein, and shall be irrevocable
for at least ninety (90) days after the time announced for the opening thereof. Bidder is
required to execute a contract and furnish a Supply Bond. The supply bond shall be valid
from the notice of award until the acceptance of the Outdoor Vacuum Breakers. If the
successful firm fails to execute the contract and to furnish a satisfactory Supply Bond
within 10 days from the date on which he is notified that his bid has been accepted, the
amount of the supply bond shall be forfeited to the Brownsville PUB as mutually agreed to
liquidated damages, and not as a penalty. Brownsville PUB will be entitled to consider all
your rights arising out of the Brownsville PUB's acceptance of your Bid as abandoned.
The Brownsville Public Utilities Board will not be responsible in the event that the U.S.
Postal Service or any other courier system fails to deliver the sealed bids to the

Brownsville Public Utilities Board, Purchasing Office by the given deadline above.
Electronic transmission of RFB will be acceptable through Bidnet, only.
The BPUB specifically reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities or
informalities in any or all bids and to accept any bid which is deemed to be in the best
interest of the Board.
BY:
Diane Solitaire
Purchasing
(956) 983-6366 - Phone
B032-26 15.5kV Outdoor Vacum Breakers
for Titan Substation 2

Please submit this page upon receipt.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
B032-26, 15.5kV Outdoor Vacuum Breakers for Titan Substation
For any clarifications, please contact Hugo E. Lopez at the Brownsville PUB, Purchasing
Department at (956) 983-6364 or (956) 983-6375 e-mail: hlopez@brownsville-pub.com
Please e-mail this page upon receipt of legal notice. If you only received the legal notice and
you want the bid package mailed, please provide a method of shipment with account number
in the space designated below.
Check one:
( ) Yes, I will be able to send a bid; obtained bid package from website.
( ) Yes, I will be able to send a bid; please email the bid package.
Email:
( ) No, I will not be able to send a bid for the following reason:
If you are unable to send your bid, kindly indicate your reason for "No bid" above and return
this form via e-mail: hlopez@brownsville-pub.com or to dsolitaire@brownsville-
pub.com. This will ensure you remain active on our vendor list.
Date
Company:
Name:
Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Phone: Fax:
Email:
IF SPECIFICATIONS ARE DOWNLOADED FROM WEBSITE PLEASE EMAIL THIS PAGE TO EMAIL LISTED ABOVE
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Special Instructions
Contract Information
* Interpretation
Questions concerning terms, conditions, and technical specifications should be directed to:
Hugo E. Lopez or Diane Solitaire,
Purchasing Administrator Purchasing & Materials Manager
(956) 983-6375 (956) 983-6366
* Tentative Time Line
1. March 9, 2026 through March 25, 2026 - Vendors work on bid.
2. March 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST - Vendor must submit 1 set of sealed bid
documents in an envelope to:
Diane Solitaire, Purchasing
1155 FM 511
Olmito, TX 78575
Bid: B032-26, 15.5kV Outdoor Vacuum Breakers for Titan Substation
Due on March 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST
The above noted information must be included on bid envelope and on any carrier's
envelope/package. The Brownsville Public Utilities Board will not be held responsible for
missing, lost or late mail or late electronic transmission. Brownsville Public Utilities Board
will accept electronic transmission of sealed bids via Bidnet, only.
3. March 20, 2026 - Last day to submit questions
4. March 26, 2026 - Bid Acknowledgement at 10:30 AM CST
5. March 27 - April 22, 2026 - Evaluate bid documents
6. April 23, 2026 - Provide Final Recommendations
7. May 11, 2026 - Send to Utilities Board for approval
* Minimum qualifications
The proposing Firm must:
1. Have demonstrated experience in the following:
a. Firm will be evaluated with respect to its experience and their personnel
(1) Provide a description of your agency and resume on the personnel who would
be assigned to the project.
(2) Demonstrate sufficient capacity, resources and experience to build the unit as
required in the RFB.
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2. Have been in business for a minimum of five (5) years providing the scope of services
consistent with those sought in this RFB.
3. Have experience providing similar work to at least three (3) other similar type and size
entities.
4. Not be in bankruptcy or previously filed for bankruptcy, conservatorship, receivership, or
in the possession of a regulatory agency.
5. Disclose any legal and/or regulatory inquiries and/or sanctions against the Firm or any
individuals employed by the Firm.
* Or Equal
Brand name or manufacturer's reference used in this request is descriptive - not restrictive - it is
intended to indicate type and quality desired. Brands of like nature and quality will be
considered. If bidding on other than referenced specifications please provide complete descriptive
information of said article.
* Pricing
Submit unit price on quantity specified, extend and show total. In case of errors in extension,
unit prices shall govern. Price shall remain firm until an award is made and for a period of
one year after original date of Purchase Order, unless otherwise stipulated.
All fields (UNIT PRICE, DELIVERY AND MANUFACTURER) in the Cost Sheets must be
completed. The data must be complete to identify the bidding brand.
Failure to submit any of the above information with the sealed bid will disqualify bid.
* Vendor Representative
The successful vendor agrees to send a personal representative with binding authority for the
company to the Brownsville Public Utilities Board upon request to make adjustments and/or assist
with coordination of all transactions as needed.
* Quality of Products
All items must be new, in first class condition, including containers suitable for shipment and
storage. No substitutions in standard grades or lesser quality will be accepted.
* Determining Factors for Award
1. Bidders net price on bid items
2. Stock availability
3. Reputation of brand names offered
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4. Reputation and location of the bidder
5. Time and conditions of delivery
6. BPUB financial and legal responsibility evaluations of any identified teaming
arrangements involving significant joint ventures, subcontractors and suppliers
* Contract with Vendor/Entity Indebted to BPUB
It is a policy of the BPUB to refuse to enter into a contract or other transaction with an individual,
sole proprietorship, joint venture, Limited Liability Company or other entity indebted to BPUB.
* Vendor ACH (Direct Deposit) Services
The BPUB has implemented a payment service for vendors by depositing the payment directly to
the vendor's bank account. Successful vendor(s) will be required to receive payments directly
through Automated Clearing House (ACH) in lieu of a paper check. The awarded vendor must
agree to receive payments via ACH (Direct Deposit).
* Tax Identification Number (TIN)
In accordance with IRS Publication 1220, aW9 form, or a W8 form in cases of a foreign vendor,
will be required of all vendors doing business with the Brownsville PUB. If a W9 or W8 form is
not made available to Brownsville PUB, the first payment will be subject to income tax
withholding at a rate of 28% or 30% depending on the U.S. status and the source of income as
per IRS Publication 1220. The W9 or W8 form must be included with bid response. Attached
are sample forms.
* Taxes
The Brownsville PUB is exempt from Federal Excise Tax, State Tax and local Taxes. Do not
include tax in the bid. If it is determined that tax was included in the bid it will not be included in
the tabulation or any awards. Tax exemption certificates will be furnished upon request.
* Signing of Bid
Failure to sign bid will disqualify it. Person signing bid should show title or authority to bind
their firm to a contract.
* EEOC Guidelines
During the performance of this contract, the contractor agrees not to discriminate against any
employee or applicant for employment because of race, national origin, age, religion, gender,
marital or veteran status, or physically challenging condition.
* As Needed Basis (NOT APPLICABLE)
Quantities are estimated for an annual supply and are to be released on an "as needed" basis
and be billed as such. However, successful vendor must have stock readily available for
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immediate shipment to the BPUB. Brownsville PUB will not accept the full quantity at one time
as specified on Cost Sheet.
* Contract and Purchase Order
The 15.5 kV Vacuum Outdoor Breakers will be delivered FOB Brownsville PUB, 1495
Robinhood Drive, Brownsville, TX 78521. Equipment will only be accepted during normal
working hours, Monday thru Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM CST. A delivery ticket must be furnished
with each delivery by the carrier. The delivery ticket must show the BPUB's Purchase Order, a
brief description of materials , total number of crates, packages, etc. being delivered to BPUB.
A contract for the 15.5 kV Vacuum Outdoor Breakers will be placed into effect by means of a
purchase order issued by the Brownsville PUB after tabulation and final approval by the
Brownsville PUB Board.
* Terms (NOT APPLICABLE)
One (1) year from the date of award not to exceed the one (1) year or the awarded amount
whichever comes first, with the option to renew for an additional one (1) one year period if
agreed upon in writing by both parties.
* Brownsville Public Utilities Board Rights
1. If only one or no bid is received by "submission date", the BPUB has the right to
reject, re-bid, accept and/or extend the bid by up to an additional two (2) weeks
from original submission date.
2. The right to reject any/or all bids and to make award as they may appear to be
advantageous to the Brownsville Public Utilities Board.
3. The right to hold bid for 90 days from submission date without action, and to
waive all formalities in bid.
4. The right to extend the total bid beyond the original 90-day period prior to an
award, if agreed upon in writing by all parties (BPUB and vendor/contractor) and
if bidder/vendor holds original bid prices firm.
5. The right to terminate for cause or convenience all or any part of the unfinished
portion of the Project resulting from this solicitation within Thirty (30) calendar
days written notice; for cause: upon default by the vendor/contractor, for delay or
non-performance by the vendor/contractor; or if it is deemed in the best interest of
the BPUB for BPUB's convenience.
6. The right to increase or decrease quantities. In bid, stipulate whether an increase
or decrease in quantities will affect bid price
7. The Brownsville PUB has the right to refuse to enter into a contract or other
transaction with any individual or entity indebted to the municipality as per Local
Government Code 252.0436.
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* Corrections
Any interpretation, correction, or change to the invitation to submit a Bid will be made by
ADDENDUM. Changes or corrections will be issued by the Brownsville PUB Purchasing
Department. Addenda will be emailed to all who have returned the Bid Acknowledgment
form. Addenda will be issued as expeditiously as possible. It is the responsibility of the vendors
to determine whether all addenda have been received. It will be the responsibility of all
respondents to contact the Brownsville PUB prior to submitting a response to the invitation to
submit a Bid to ascertain if any addenda have been issued, and to obtain any all addenda, execute
them, and return addenda with the response to the invitation to submit a Bid. Addenda may be
posted on the Brownsville PUB's website.
* Reference Checks
The BPUB will contact prospective firm's references by email or telephone. Provide company
name, address, email address, telephone number and contact name for three (3) references.
Complete the attached "Previous Customer Reference Worksheet", for each reference
provided.
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BID SCHEDULE
B032-26
To: Public Utilities Board, Brownsville, Texas (hereinafter called the "Owner".)
Attention: Diane Solitaire
Purchasing Department
1155 FM 511
Olmito, TX 78575
1. The undersigned (hereinafter called the "Offeror") hereby proposes to furnish and deliver
15.5 kV Outdoor Vacuum Breakers
(hereinafter called the "Equipment") described in the Plans and Specifications attached
hereto and made a part hereof for the following prices:
Quantity Description Unit Price Extended Cost
5 each 15.5 kV Outdoor $ $
Vacuum Breakers
1,200 amperes continuous current
Note: See Technical specifications at the end of the bid document.
Delivery shall be made within the last quarter of 2026
1 LOT Expediting Fee, if applicable $
Total Cost $
Does the vendor have any comments, clarifications, or exceptions to the Equipment
Contract? ____Yes ____No
Does the vendor have any comments, clarifications, or exceptions in the specifications?
____ Yes ____No
This Bid is valid for _______ days.
The Owner is exempt from Texas sales tax on materials. The prices quoted shall exclude
such sales and use tax.
2. Price of the Equipment set forth herein shall include the cost of delivery of the outdoor
vacuum breakers to Brownsville PUB Warehouse, 1495 Robinhood Drive, Brownsville,
TX 78521.
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Such delivery shall be made within the last quarter of 2026 ______ days after the
receipt of the purchase order of the Purchaser.
3. This Bid is made pursuant to the provisions of the Notice and Instructions to Offerors and
the Offeror agrees to the terms and conditions thereof.
4. The Offeror warrants the accuracy of all statements contained in the Offeror's
Qualifications, if any, shall be submitted and agrees that the Owner shall rely upon such
accuracy as a condition of the Contract in the event that this Bid is accepted.
5. The Offeror warrants that this Bid is made in good faith and without collusion or
connection with any other person or persons proposing for the same work.
6. The Offeror agrees that, in the event this Bid is accepted, it will execute a Contract in the
form attached hereto.
7. The Offeror warrants that the Equipment will conform to the performance data and
guarantees which are attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof.
8. If, in submitting this Bid, the Offeror has made any change in the form of Bid or Contract
furnished by the Owner, the Offeror understands that the Owner may evaluate the effect
of such change as they see fit or they may exclude the Bid from consideration in
determining the award of the Contract.
9. This Bid is void unless an equipment contract based on this Bid is entered into by the
Owner and the Offeror within ninety (90) days after the date hereof.
Name of Offeror
Address of Offeror
By
Signature (Failure to sign disqualifies Bid)
Date Title of Officer
Offeror's contact person for additional information on this Bid:
Name:
Telephone:
Address:
Email:
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