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Hibbing utility awards Beltline substation construction contract following bid opening
Summary
After a bid opening, the commission approved awarding the Beltline substation construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder (staff presented the bid price and noted the project’s importance for reliability and major customers).
The Hibbing Public Utilities Commission on May 19 approved awarding the construction contract for the Beltline substation to the low, qualified bidder after staff completed a bid opening and reviewed project budget status.
Staff reported the construction bid came in higher than hoped but within the overall project budget when accounting for prior‑year equipment purchases. The project was described as strategically significant for public‑safety and reliability reasons and serves some of the utility’s larger customers. Staff recommended award to the low bidder and the commission voted to approve the contract award.
The motion carried by voice vote; staff noted the construction schedule and budget monitoring would continue as the project progresses.
