GP&L Wylie Switch Construction
ID: REQ00001047
• State: Texas
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Background
The City of Garland is issuing a solicitation for the GP&L Wylie Switch Construction project, which aims to upgrade the existing Wylie Switching Station to accommodate a new large load being constructed north of the station. The project involves significant modifications and additions to the station's infrastructure, including reconfiguration of transmission lines and installation of new equipment.
The targeted budget for this project is approximately $4,860,000.00, with an anticipated Notice to Proceed in February 2026 and a completion timeline of 150 calendar days.
Work Details
The scope of work includes:
- Adding a new breaker and a half bay on the west side of the station.
- Reconfiguring the existing Ben Davis to Olinger line to supply the new Mallard load.
- Installing a combo metering unit for the Mallard line.
- Modifying grounding systems to integrate new fencing.
- Retaining existing west and middle line bays while re-terminating lines in a new east side bay.
- Relocating existing high bus structures, switches, CVTs, and arresters as needed.
- Extending North and South buses to accommodate new configurations.
- Installing steel structures and foundations for modifications.
- Upgrading security systems including cameras and access controls.
- Installing fiber communications infrastructure as detailed in project specifications.
- Modifying drainage systems by replacing rip-rap drains with concrete trenches.
- Expanding entrance access pads for larger vehicles.
Period of Performance
The overall schedule targets an in-service date by May 2026, with major milestones including completion of the West Bay by March 2026 and final completion by May 14, 2026.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at the Wylie Switching Station located at 17044 FM 2755, Lavon, TX 75166.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a Bid Bond of 5% with their response and are required to submit Payment, Performance, and Maintenance Bonds upon award. Compliance with Texas Government Code Chapter 2258 regarding prevailing wage rates is mandatory. Bidders must also acknowledge acceptance of City of Garland's standard terms and conditions.
The City of Garland is issuing a solicitation for the GP&L Wylie Switch Construction project, which aims to upgrade the existing Wylie Switching Station to accommodate a new large load being constructed north of the station. The project involves significant modifications and additions to the station's infrastructure, including reconfiguration of transmission lines and installation of new equipment.
The targeted budget for this project is approximately $4,860,000.00, with an anticipated Notice to Proceed in February 2026 and a completion timeline of 150 calendar days.
Work Details
The scope of work includes:
- Adding a new breaker and a half bay on the west side of the station.
- Reconfiguring the existing Ben Davis to Olinger line to supply the new Mallard load.
- Installing a combo metering unit for the Mallard line.
- Modifying grounding systems to integrate new fencing.
- Retaining existing west and middle line bays while re-terminating lines in a new east side bay.
- Relocating existing high bus structures, switches, CVTs, and arresters as needed.
- Extending North and South buses to accommodate new configurations.
- Installing steel structures and foundations for modifications.
- Upgrading security systems including cameras and access controls.
- Installing fiber communications infrastructure as detailed in project specifications.
- Modifying drainage systems by replacing rip-rap drains with concrete trenches.
- Expanding entrance access pads for larger vehicles.
Period of Performance
The overall schedule targets an in-service date by May 2026, with major milestones including completion of the West Bay by March 2026 and final completion by May 14, 2026.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at the Wylie Switching Station located at 17044 FM 2755, Lavon, TX 75166.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a Bid Bond of 5% with their response and are required to submit Payment, Performance, and Maintenance Bonds upon award. Compliance with Texas Government Code Chapter 2258 regarding prevailing wage rates is mandatory. Bidders must also acknowledge acceptance of City of Garland's standard terms and conditions.
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Opportunity Type
Competitive Sealed Proposal
Opportunity ID
REQ00001047
Version
1
Response Deadline
Jan. 13, 2026
Past Due
Date Posted
Dec. 9, 2025
Source
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$5,000,000 - $15,000,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
Moderate
On 12/9/25 TX in Texas issued Competitive Sealed Proposal GP&L Wylie Switch Construction with ID REQ00001047 due 1/13/26.
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