Generator Project

BID DOCUMENTS - Due July 8

Invitation to Bid

Bid Plan Set

Bid Specification

TOWN GENERATOR PROJECT

Emergency Generator for Pleasant Valley Municipal Building
The Town of Pleasant Valley has been fundraising and commiting Town funds to install a permanent emergency backup generator at its multi-purpose municipal building, which houses the Pleasant Valley Fire Station, Community Center, and Town Hall. This facility serves as the central hub for emergency response and disaster sheltering for the Town’s 4,067 residents and surrounding rural communities.

As a rural community, Pleasant Valley is especially vulnerable during severe weather and extended power outages. Without a generator, essential emergency services and designated shelter operations cannot function reliably. A prolonged outage would significantly limit fire response capabilities, restrict access to safe shelter, and jeopardize the health and safety of residents; particularly seniors, families, and individuals with medical needs.

Fire Station Operations
The Pleasant Valley Fire Station provides fire protection locally and mutual aid to neighboring rural communities. During a power outage, the lack of backup power compromises critical operations. A generator will ensure:

• Overhead bay doors remain operational for emergency vehicle deployment
• Well and trash pumps function, allowing trucks to be filled from underground holding tanks
• Firefighters have access to kitchen, bathroom, and rest facilities during extended responses
• Lifesaving and communication equipment can be charged
• The 7,000 sq. ft. truck bay can serve as overflow emergency shelter space if needed

Maintaining uninterrupted fire station operations protects life, property, and regional emergency response capacity.

Regional Disaster Shelter
The Pleasant Valley Community Center is the only designated Red Cross regional shelter in the southwest quadrant of Eau Claire County. During widespread outages, displaced residents depend on this facility for safety and basic necessities.

With a generator, the 4,000 sq. ft. Community Center will continue to provide:

• Safe shelter
• Reliable water supply and functioning septic system
• Climate-controlled space in extreme weather
• Operational bathrooms and kitchen
• Power to charge communication devices and medical equipment

This project strengthens rural disaster resilience and ensures continuity of critical services when they are needed most.

Project Cost and Local Commitment
In 2024, the Town hired an engineer to design the necessary electrical and mechanical upgrades. The total project cost will include electrical work, permits, a transfer switch, a concrete pad, LP-fueled generator, LP gas piping, and site work. Two existing 1,000-gallon LP tanks onsite will provide reliable fuel during emergencies.

The Town has demonstrated strong local commitment:

• ~$44,000 secured through fundraising events and private donations
• ~$2,100 previously invested for engineering design
• Donations will continue to be accepted through completion of the project
• Remainder of cost commited through the Town budget.  A large grant was received for a road project which freed up monies for the completion of the generator project.

Conclusion
Installing a backup generator at the Pleasant Valley municipal building is a necessary investment in public safety, emergency preparedness, and rural community resilience. This project will ensure uninterrupted fire protection services, maintain the region’s only designated disaster shelter, and safeguard residents during natural disasters and prolonged power outages.

Funding support will directly protect lives, strengthen emergency response capacity, and enhance long-term security for the Town of Pleasant Valley and surrounding rural communities.