ARC FLASH - Switchgear

The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) is soliciting bids for an Arc Flash / Coordination study to be conducted in accordance with the 2024 NFPA 70E and Standard IEEE 1584. All work is to be at prevailing wage rate and completed in a timely manner.

The Adirondack Correctional Facility Business Office will receive bids pursuant to the provisions of Article XI of the State Finance Law or the provisions of the State Printing and Public Documents Law.

Provide an Arc Flash Hazard Study for the electrical distribution system. The intent of the Arc Flash Hazard Study is to determine hazards that exist at each major piece of electrical equipment. This includes, but not limited to switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, motor control centers, PDUs, UPS, ATSs, and transformers. The proposal shall state the total number of arc flash labels (locations with calculations) that will be supplied.

The study will include creation of Arc Flash Hazard Warning Labels listing all items as shown on the sample label below. These labels provide technicians and others in the selection of proper Personal Protective Equipment when working around exposed and energized conductors. The electrical contractor will install the labels.

**Site visit is mandatory.** Site Visit Date: **November 10, 2026; 9:00 AM EST**.

Bid Due Date & Time: **November 20, 2026; 3:00 PM EST**. Contract Period: Six(6) months from the date of PO.

**E-Mail or Facsimile Bid Submissions are NOT Acceptable.** The envelope containing a bid should be clearly marked "BID ENCLOSED" and state the Bid Number, Bid Opening Date, and Time. One copy of the bid is required, unless otherwise specified herein.

Bids shall be delivered to: State of New York, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, Adirondack Correctional Facility, 196 Ray Brook Rd., Ray Brook, NY 12977.

All bidders must complete the checklist and submit the forms listed in it, including a *Certificate of Insurance*, the *Bid Price Page*, and the *Individual, Corporation, Partnership, or LLC Acknowledgment* (must be notarized).