SLED Opportunity · MINNESOTA · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
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University of Minnesota seeks proposals for construction services to replace electric infrastructure in Kolthoff Hall. The project includes specific electrical equipment requirements and encourages supplier matchmaking. Submission deadline is March 17, 2026.
The University is requesting Proposals to provide Construction Services for electric infrastructure replacement in Kolthoff Hall, located on the east bank of the Twin Cities campus. Refer to the Request for Proposal documents (found in the Attachments tab) for full project details/requirements. Your only contact regarding this RFP shall be the Bid Contact noted here. Before submitting questions about the RFP via the Questions Tab, read and review the RFX INSTRUCTIONS, REQUIREMENTS, AND RIGHTS RESERVED BY THE UNIVERSITY DOCUMENT and ALL Attributes in the Attributes Tab. These provide valuable information and address frequently asked questions. Potential Respondents and/or Subcontractors are encouraged to register themselves on the Supplier Matchmaking Google Form. Once registered, the list of interested Respondents / Subcontractors for this RFP can be viewed on the Supplier Matchmaking List. Note: None of the information on the Supplier Matchmaking List has been validated by the University. It is YOUR responsibility to reach out to the suppliers/contacts noted on the list and confirm their information prior to considering a potential partnership. You may also consider reaching out to the Office of Supplier Diversity. Remember to submit your response, including attachments, early to allow time to correct errors. The submission deadline is a hard close. The system will reject responses with errors and will NOT allow late submissions. --- Q&A --- Q1: RE: MV Transformers -- Would you allow using a triplex transformer to accommodate the opening sizing, if needed? A1: Alternate transformer configurations would be considered if project physical constraints prohibit use of specifed transformers. Submitted: 3/10/2026 11:44:31 AM (CT) Q2: RE: MV SF6 Switchgear -- For the Voltage Indicator Panels do you want to have 25ft cable for remote mounting? A2: Voltage indicators not required. Submitted: 3/10/2026 11:38:17 AM (CT) Q3: RE: MV SF6 Switchgear -- Do you want remote trip capabilities for the Vacuum Interrupters? A3: No. Remote trip not required. Submitted: 3/10/2026 11:26:22 AM (CT) Q4: RE: MV SF6 Switchgear -- for the Pressure Gauge do you also want a Low Pressure Warning Device? A4: Yes, include LPWD. Submitted: 3/10/2026 11:14:43 AM (CT) Q5: RE: MV SF6 Switchgear -- Just to confirm you want the 3-Position (Closed, Open, Ground) on all the load break and fault ways. A5: 2 position switches (open/closed) No ground position. Submitted: 3/10/2026 10:48:36 AM (CT)
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