SAINT JOHN ENERGY OVERVIEW
The Power Commission of the City of Saint John, dba Saint John Energy operates the electrical distribution network that has powered the City of Saint John since 1922. Serving more than 36,000 customers, the utility delivers reliable, affordable electricity while offering a range of energy services, including the installation and rental of electric hot water heaters and minisplit heat pumps. With rates among the lowest in the region, Saint John Energy is known for its strong customer focus and commitment to high service reliability.
The utility plays a key role in advancing clean energy in New Brunswick. It is recognized as a Sustainable Electricity Company by the Canadian Electricity Association and aligns with ISO 26000 sustainability principles. Saint John Energy continues to modernize its grid by investing in renewable energy projects such as NB’s largest solar farm, the Burchill Wind Project, and emerging smartgrid technologies. These initiatives support both environmental sustainability and longterm system resilience.
Our Mission: To deliver safe and reliable energy solutions that drive customer value through creativity, innovation, and partnerships.
Our Vision: To be Canada’s most trusted and innovative utility – leading in energy transition.
Our Purpose: To power people, customers and our communities towards a sustainable future.
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| Bid Type: | RFP |
| Bid Number: | 2026-Registration for RFP |
| Bid Name: | RFP for Metal-Clad Switchgears Registration |
| Bid Status: | Closed |
| Bid Closing Date: | Fri Mar 6, 2026 12:00 PM (AST) |
| Registration Deadline: | Fri Mar 6, 2026 12:00 PM (AST) |
| Question Deadline: | Fri Mar 6, 2026 12:00 PM (AST) |
| Electronic Auctions: | Not Applicable |
| Language for Bid Submissions: | English unless specified in the bid document |
| Submission Type: | Hard Copy Submissions Only |
| Submission Address: | supplyandservices@sjenergy.com |
| Public Opening: | No |
| Description: |
Request for Proposals (RFP) RegistrationSupply of 15 kV Metal-Clad Switchgear – Dever and Lakewood SubstationsSaint John Energy has issued an invitation-only Request for Proposals (RFP) for the supply of two (2) 15 kV metal-clad switchgear lineups for use at the Dever Substation and Lakewood Substation. Suppliers who believe they are qualified and wish to be considered may request an invitation to participate. Approved proponents will be provided access to the RFP documents. This controlled distribution approach is being used to protect sensitive system, design, and infrastructure information while ensuring a fair and competitive procurement process. Scope of WorkThe scope of work includes the engineering, manufacture, factory testing, and delivery of utility-grade, ANSI-rated 15 kV metal-clad switchgear suitable for substation service. The switchgear shall include draw-out vacuum circuit breakers, protective relaying, control and metering equipment, and all accessories required for a complete and functional lineup, in accordance with the requirements set out in the RFP documents. Equipment Deliveries
Proponents shall consider long-lead manufacturing requirements and provide a project schedule demonstrating their ability to meet the specified delivery dates. The switchgear configurations may include features such as arc-resistant construction and stacked or single-high breaker arrangements, as detailed in the technical specifications. Installation, site civil work, foundations, and field wiring are not included unless expressly identified in the RFP. Saint John Energy intends to award the contract to the proponent that demonstrates the best overall value, based on technical compliance, experience, delivery schedule, and pricing. Requesting an InvitationSuppliers requesting access must email a request to supplyandservices@sjenergy.com that includes:
Saint John Energy reserves the right to accept or decline requests for participation at its sole discretion.
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| Bid Document Access: | Bid Opportunity notices and awards and a free preview of the bid documents is available on this site free of charge without registration. Please note, some documents may be secured and you will be required to register for the bid to download and view the documents. There is no cost to obtain an unsecured version of the document and /or to participate in this solicitation. |
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