What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to refurbish an Eaton/Cutler Hammer 150VCP-W50C circuit breaker, specifically to replace vacuum interrupters due to contact erosion. This opportunity is set aside for total small businesses under NAICS 335311, making it suitable for small electrical contractors with expertise in high voltage circuit breaker maintenance. Interested bidders should note that this is a solicitation notice, indicating that they will need to prepare a proposal to compete for the contract.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
STATEMENT OF WORK
Refurbish Eaton/Cutler Hammer 150VCP-W50C
Circuit Breaker for Lookout Point
1.0 General Statement The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision,
and other items and services necessary to replace vacuum interrupters on circuit breaker as defined in this
Statement of Work (SOW). The circuit breaker is an Eaton / Cutler Hammer brand, 150VCP-W50C circuit
breaker with serial number 03084859.
The Contractor shall perform to the standards in the contract and comply with all local, state, and federal
regulations.
2.0 Definitions
Contracting Officer (CO): The Government employee who is authorized to enter into, administer, and/or
terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
National Electrical Testing Association (NETA)
Professional Electrical Apparatus Reconditioning League (PEARL)
Willamette Valley Project (WVP): The destination of where the contract is to take place.
3.0 Applicable Documents:
NETA MTS – Standard for Maintenance Testing Specifications
ANSI/IEEE C37.04 – Standard Rating Structure for AC HV Circuit Breakers
ANSI/IEEE C37.06 – Preferred Ratings for AC HV Circuit Breakers
ANSI/IEEE C37.09 – Standard Test Procedure for AC HV Circuit Breakers
I.B. 32-255-1G – Eaton "Instructions for Installation, Operation and Maintenance of
Type VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breakers".
4.0 Government Will Furnish:
One (1) Eaton / Cutler Hammer 150VCP-W50C Circuit Breaker in need of refurbishment.
5.0 Contractor Shall Furnish:
All manpower, material, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the requirements of this contract.
6.0 Background:
The Eaton / Cutler Hammer type 150VCP-W50C vacuum circuit breaker serves as a feeder breaker for station
service transformers at the Lookout Point Dam, in Lowell OR.
The vacuum interrupter assemblies on all three phases of the breaker have sustained contact erosion from
continued normal operation that has brought the circuit breaker out of manufacturer’s specification.
7.0 Nameplate Information:
All parts and repairs must be compatible with the Eaton type VCP-W50C circuit breaker. Parts shall be
rated to meet or exceed the performance ratings specified on the breaker nameplate, given as:
Manufacturer: Eaton / Cutler Hammer
Type: 150VCP-W50C
Maximum Voltage (V): 17,500V
Voltage Range Factor (K): 1.0
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Power Frequency: 60 Hz
Continuous Current: 1200 A
Lightning Imp. Withstand Voltage: 95 kV peak
Interrupting Time: 50 ms
Short-Circuit Current (I): 50kA rms
Serial Number: 03084857
Weight: 260 lbs.
Instruction Book Number: 32-255-1G
Parts List (Style) Number: 4A05445G74
Option Number: 20210200010000000000
Wiring Diagram Number: 691C386H44
8.0 Scope:
This SOW covers replacement of vacuum interrupters, calibration and testing of one (1) Eaton / Cutler
Hammer type VCP-W50C vacuum circuit breaker. Satisfactory completion of this work requires that
refurbishment is conducted either in accordance with the original manufacturer’s instructions for
replacement, installation, maintenance (I.B. 32-255-1G – Eaton "Instructions for Installation, Operation and
Maintenance of Type VCP-W Vacuum Circuit Breakers"). In strict accordance with the original
manufacturer’s drawings and other documentation or following ANSI/PEARL electrical equipment
reconditioning standards. Acceptable performance of the circuit breaker is also to be verified with testing
performed in accordance with NETA Maintenance Testing Specifications (MTS)
9.0 Requirements:
9.1 Repair and Reconditioning:
9.1.1 Replace all three vacuum pole assemblies with new assemblies of brand name or equal to
superseding type meeting IEEE/ANSI C37.04 and C37.06 standards. Existing vacuum pole
assemblies are Cutler Hammer Brand, Type WL35123C.
9.1.2 Factory calibration and of circuit breaker following vacuum pole assembly replacement.
9.2 Testing:
Upon completion of all required work, circuit breaker shall be tested and perform to manufacturer’s
specifications. Testing shall follow ANSI/IEEE C37.09 test procedures and include, at a minimum,
insulation resistance, contact resistance, timing, and over-potential tests. A report with the test results and
certification that the breaker meets Eaton's performance specifications and that it is suitable for safe
operation shall be submitted to the Government.
10.0 Warranty
A 12 month warranty will be provided to the Government for the VCP-W50C circuit breaker.
11.0 Shipping
The circuit breaker is currently in the possession of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Willamette Valley
Project, and located at the Lookout Point Dam, in Lowell OR. The Contractor shall arrange for transport of
the circuit breaker from its current location to the contractor’s facility. After repairs are complete and
satisfactory test results are submitted to the Government, the breaker shall be delivered free on board
(F.O.B.) to Lookout Point Dam. The Government shall not be responsible for damage or loss of the circuit
breaker during shipping or while being stored away from Lookout Point Dam. The Government shall not be
responsible for the cost of shipping to the contractor facility or shipping back to Lookout Point Dam. After
repairs are completed, delivery to Lookout Point Dam is to be scheduled during the hours of 7am to 4pm
Monday through Thursday only.
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Lookout Point Dam Address:
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
40386 West Boundary Road
Lowell, OR. 97452
12.0 Government Acceptance.
12.1 Acceptance Requirements Summary. These are the criteria against which the Government
acceptance will be determined.
13.0 GENERAL
13.1 Points of Contact.
Contracting Officer: Darrell D. Hutchens
Email: darrell.d.hutchens@usace.army.mil
Office Phone: (971) 270-8351
Contract Specialist: Consuelo Kiser
Email: consuelo.j.kiser@usace.army.mil
Office Phone: 785-806-7187
Technical Point of Contact: Ceyel …
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