“Delivering Excellence”
Office of the Assistant City
Manager 120 North 6th Street
Independence, KS 67301
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Electrical Service Replacement – Riverside Park Veteran’s Square and Park Office
City of Independence, Kansas
The City of Independence, Kansas is requesting proposals from qualified licensed
electrical contractors for the replacement and installation of electrical service equipment
at Riverside Park.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, permits,
supervision, and incidentals necessary to complete the following work:
1. Electrical Service Replacement
Remove and replace the existing electrical service with a new 400-amp electrical
service.
Install a new exterior-rated, lockable disconnect.
Install a new outdoor-rated, lockable 40-space breaker panel and new breakers.
Re-connect existing power service in the breaker panel and restore all current
circuits in the new panel and test.
All equipment and installation methods shall comply with the 2020 National
Electrical Code (NEC) and all applicable local, state, and utility requirements.
2. Underground Electrical Service to Park Office
Provide and install underground electrical service from the new panel 400 amp
panel to the park office located approximately 60 feet from the service location.
Contractor shall bore underground service to minimize surface disturbance.
Install conduit, conductors, and all necessary connections to provide electrical
service to the park office building with an exterior disconnect for the building.
Restore all disturbed areas to original condition.
3. Permits and Inspections
Office of the Assistant City
Manager 120 North 6th Street
Independence, KS 67301
“Delivering Excellence”
Contractor shall obtain all required permits and inspections.
All work shall comply with the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), federal,
state, and local regulations.
Contractor shall coordinate utility disconnects and reconnects as necessary.
4. Contractor Requirements
Contractor must hold all required licenses for electrical work in the City of
Independence Kansas.
Contractor shall provide proof of insurance, including general liability and workers
compensation coverage.
Contractor shall be responsible for all job site safety and traffic/pedestrian control
if necessary.
Contractor can inspect the site by contacting Scott Patton at 620-205-7527.
5. Proposal Requirements
Proposals shall include:
Total project cost
Estimated project timeline
Description of materials and equipment proposed
Contractor qualifications and references
Proof of licensing and insurance
6. Project Timeline
The City anticipates work to begin within 14 days of contract award and be completed
within 30 calendar days. Project timeline may be amended to accommodate time
required for acquisition of materials.
7. Submission Information
Proposals shall be submitted to:
“Delivering Excellence”
Scott Patton
Riverside Park & Zoo Director
120 N. 6th St.
Independence, Ks. 67301
620-205-7527
Scottp@independenceks.gov
Office of the Assistant City
Manager 120 North 6th Street
Independence, KS 67301
Proposals must be received no later than June 22, 2026.
8. Reservation of Rights
The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive informalities, and accept
the proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the City.
