NIGP 28040: Guy Wires and Cables: Guy Strand, Sm, Hs, Ehs, etc.

NIGP 28040 Guy Wires and Cables: Guy Strand, SM, HS, EHS, Etc., an Item code, encompasses transmission and distribution conductor wire, anchor rods, and associated installation support that state and local utilities procure for power-line projects and infrastructure expansion. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers acquiring high-temperature aluminum conductor composite core (ACCC) transmission wire, copper distribution cable rated for medium voltages (25 KV), anchor rods with corrosion protection for pole and transmission-line anchoring, and cable core integrity kits. Scope includes materials delivered on wood or steel reels, freight prepaid to destination, firm pricing with defined delivery windows, and in some cases installation support services. Municipal utilities and school districts are the primary issuing bodies, with utility authorities managing large reconductor and transmission-line capacity projects and school systems procuring smaller commodity quantities for district electrical infrastructure.

Kissimmee Utility Authority (Florida) and Lubbock Power & Light (Texas) represent active recent buyers. Kissimmee's IFB 26-055-JG, posted September 24, 2026 with bids due October 27, 2026, solicited ACCC transmission conductor across three reconductor projects totaling 162,000 feet of wire, spare conductor, and installation support under a firm-fixed-price structure with FOB destination terms and 100% performance bond requirement following award. Lubbock's RFQ 26-7012-ELD, posted July 8, 2026 with quotes due July 15, 2026, requested 30 anchor rods with twin eyes and 2,000 feet of 350 KCM copper cable on reels, delivery FOB destination to municipal warehouse. Northside Independent School District (Texas) issued IFB 2026098, due July 1, 2026, for general electrical equipment, parts, supplies, and services with no specification of estimated value or term. Activity concentrates in Florida and Texas, with procurement driven by utility transmission and distribution infrastructure maintenance, capacity expansion, and school district facility needs.