Electrical Inspector

Agency:	Town of Westerly
State:	Rhode Island
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	59 - Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components
Posted:	Mar 20, 2024
Due:	Apr 10, 2024
Solicitation No:	25-07
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TOWN OF WESTERLY / WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

RFQ Name: ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR

RFQ Number: 25-07

March 20, 2024

The Town of Westerly/Westerly Schools (Town), Westerly, RI, acting through its Purchasing

Agent, is hereby soliciting sealed bids for the above referenced RFQ and you are hereby

invited to submit a Proposal for the Scope of Work described in this Request for Quotation,

in strict accordance with the Bid Documents.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Bids shall be based on the Terms and Conditions as referenced in this Request for

Quotation.

BID DUE DATE/SUBMITTING INSTRUCTIONS

BIDS ARE DUE and MUST BE SUBMITTED on the attached BID FORM, Attachments B, NO LATER THAN

2:00 p.m., April 10, 2024. A Bid submitted on other than the attached BID BREAKDOWN FORM may

be rejected. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed and addressed to the undersigned, at the

Purchasing Department 2nd Floor office, Westerly Town Hall, 45 Broad St., Westerly, RI 02891 and

must be clearly marked with the Name and Address of Bidder, Bid Due Date and Time, and RFQ

Number and Title. Bidders must include one original, and a Digital (soft) copy on CD or flash drive

of the Bid as defined in the Instruction to Bidders.

BIDDER’S QUESTIONS

Questions r e g ar d i n g this solicitation must be emailed and received by the Purchasing

Agent at ecardillo@westerlyri.gov no later than 12:00PM on April 2, 2024, in a Microsoft

Word attachment with the corresponding solicitation number. Questions, if any, and

responses will be posted on the Town of Westerly website at www.westerlyri.gov as an

addendum to this solicitation. Bidders are responsible for checking the Town’s website for

all addenda distributed in response to questions and requests for additional information.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1. Bidder must submit a copy of their resume at time of bid.

2. Bidder must submit a copy of their current Certificate of Insurance, if they do not meet

or exceed the insurance requirements listed in this RFQ.

3. Bidder shall base the Proposal on providing all materials and equipment, FOB jobsite.

4. Quotes must be firm for a minimum of 120 days from date of submission.

5. Bid Completeness - Pricing submitted on this project must be an all-inclusive price.

The intent of an all-inclusive Price is such that no Adds or Change Orders will be

necessary.

6. If the Bidder submits a supporting/additional document with their bid, that document

must include page numbers.

TOWN OF WESTERLY / WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

7. Selection Criteria – While the fee/costs will be discussed and considered during the

review process, cost alone will not drive the selection decision.

8. This project is Tax exempt for Rhode Island Sales Tax and Federal Excise Taxes.

RFQ BID DOCUMENTS

Attachment A – Scope of Work/ Project Schedule, Pages 3-4

Attachment B – Bid Form Page 5-6

Attachment C – Instruction to Bidders Pages 7-13

APPENDIX A - Bidder Certification Page 14-18

APPENDIX B – Westerly Standard Agreement Pages 19-26

BIDDER CERTIFICATION and DISCLOSURE FORM: Bidders must include,

complete, sign and submit a Bidder Certification Form with each bid proposal. See

APPENDIX A.

This solicitation i s a v a i l a b l e a t www.westerlyri.gov.

The Town of Westerly/Westerly Schools reserves the right to reject any/all bids, waive any

informalities in the bids received and to accept and award the bid to the lowest qualified bid deemed

most favorable to the interest of the Town/School.

The Town/School does not discriminate based on age, color, gender, national origin, race, religion,

sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Regards,

Eileen Cardillo

Purchasing/Risk Manager

Town of Westerly/ Westerly Public Schools

45 Broad Street

Westerly, RI 02891

Tel: (401) 348-2599

Email: ecardillo@westerlyri.gov

www.WesterlyRI.gov

CC: DM

TOWN OF WESTERLY / WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ATTACHMENT "A"

SCOPE OF WORK

ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR

RFQ 25-07

SCOPE OF WORK

The Town of Westerly, Code Enforcement Department, acting through its Purchasing Agent is hereby

soliciting sealed Request for Quotations from individuals for an Electrical Inspector. Such person shall hold

trade disciplines as described below Sealed RFQs are due at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Town

Hall, 45 Broad Street, Westerly, RI 02891 no later than 2:00 p.m. on April 10, 2024, to be opened publicly.

The Town of Westerly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, color or

disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Individuals requesting interpreter services

for the hearing impaired or other individuals requiring special accommodations should call 348-2500 or

596-2022 (v/tdd) 72 hours in advance of the hearing date.

The contract for the position is for three (3) years with two (2) additional 12-month extensions, at the

discretion of the Town, contingent upon available funding. The contract is estimated to start on

July 1, 2024 upon award.

The Town is seeking qualifications for the position description(s) outlined below.

Position: Job Description: The Electrical Inspector shall be responsible for the timely inspection of

all temporary services, interior wiring, and permanent service installations in all new construction,

alterations, or renovations to ensure compliance with State Code. This may include trenches,

interior wiring, and exterior wiring. Also performs inspections for business licenses as required by

State Law. Must use the Town’s E-Permitting System for all inspections. Will be required to

coordinate with the Building Official and Building Department Staff regarding inspections questions

and updates.

Qualifications and Skills: Pursuant to§ 23-27.3-107.1.1 of Rhode Island State Building Code,

the electrical inspector shall have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience and a Rhode Island

Class A or Class B Electrician's license. The ability to review electrical plans is preferred. Must

have passed the State of Rhode Island inspector's course and is approved as an inspector in

such discipline and keep license current and attend required courses for recertification. Must

have valid driver license with mode of transportation and valid insurance. Must possess

computer skills as the Town uses the E-Permitting system for notification, review, documentation

and issue of electrical permits.

NOTE: Electrical Inspector will be required to have, maintain and use their own web-

enable device to access the E-Permit System.

Essential Functions: The Electrical Inspector shall review applications for electric permits for Code

Compliance on a daily basis through the E-Permit system, as well as dealing with the public for

questions and project related topics. Inspections are done daily and within a maximum of 48 hours

TOWN OF WESTERLY / WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

of a request. Inspections will be documented through the E-Permit system. Work in conjunction with

the local Fire Departments in determining alarm system requirements of buildings.

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to navigate construction sites which may

contain construction debris, rough grading, and boulders. Inclement weather including

rain, snow, and ice may cause jobsites to become muddy or slippery. The ability to climb ladders or

use planks to gain access of the building may be required. Basement crawl spaces and access

holes to attics or confined spaces may need to be inspected as well.

MILESTONE SCHEDULE DATES

The Successful Bidder agrees to perform the described Work in accordance with the following schedule:

Approximate Work Start Date: July 1, 2024

Approximate Work Completion Date: June 30, 2027

Note: Contract may be extended for an additional two, one-year periods, if approved by the Town.

These are approximate milestone dates and may be adjusted by the Town/Schools to meet the overall project

requirements. Additional charges from the successful bidder, for any adjustments, prior to completion of the

work, will not be allowed.

The Bidders shall be aware that meeting the above completion date milestones may require extended work

days, Saturday work, and multiple crews and expedited procurement of materials. All of these work

requirements shall be considered within the base bid price.

TOWN OF WESTERLY / WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ATTACHMENT "B"

Bid Form

“THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED WITH BID”

RFQ NUMBER: 25-07

RFQ NAME: ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR

The Bidder stated below agrees to provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and all

activities required to provide a complete scope of work as defined in the above referenced Request

for Quotation, for the following:

Required Submittal(s)

A resume and cover letter addressing the above requirements with the specific position(s) indicated as

well as any copies of applicable trade cards and/or licenses and Appendix A.

Proposal Submittals

A resume and cover letter addressing the above requirements with the specific position(s) indicated as

well as any copies of applicable trade cards and/or licenses and Appendix A. One hard copy and one

digital copy must be submitted by 2:00 PM on April 10, 2024, in a sealed envelope marked RFQ 25-07

Electrical Inspector delivered to the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Westerly Town Hall, 45 Broad St.,

Westerly, RI 02891.

Complete and submit Appendix A with proposal.

VENDOR QUESTIONS

Questions

Do you have a minimum of five (5) years’

experience and a valid Rhode Island Class

A or Class B Electrician's license for

electrical inspectors?

Have you submitted copies of all

required license(s) with your bid?

Response

Yes_______

No_____please explain:___________________

________________________________________

Yes_______

No_____please explain:___________________

________________________________________

Did you complete and submit Appendix A: YES______ NO ______?

Delivery/Start: _____________ calendar days after receipt of order.

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Bid Number:	25-07
Bid Title:	Electrical Inspector
Category:	Services (Professional, Support, Consulting and Misc. Services)
Status:	Open

Electrical Inspector

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