Laminated wood utility poles

The Department of Energy is soliciting proposals for the procurement of laminated wood utility poles and associated pole hardware in accordance with specified requirements and technical specifications. This solicitation, issued on March 17, 2026, seeks qualified suppliers to provide these engineered wood products classified under NAICS 321215 (Engineered Wood Member Manufacturing) and PSC 5510 (Lumber and Related Basic Wood Materials). Prospective bidders must submit their proposals by the March 31, 2026 deadline, allowing a two-week window for proposal preparation and submission. The solicitation notice does not specify the detailed evaluation criteria, contract requirements, or technical specifications, as these are referenced as attached documents that would be available in the full solicitation package. Interested parties should review all attached requirements and specifications to understand the complete scope of work, performance standards, and any mandatory qualifications needed to submit a compliant bid.

This solicitation carries a Total Small Business set-aside designation, restricting competition to qualified small business concerns as defined by the Small Business Administration. The notice does not disclose the anticipated contract award value, budget range, specific quantities of poles required, or the performance period for delivery. No incumbent contractor information is provided in this solicitation notice. Additional numerical details regarding the volume of laminated wood utility poles, hardware components, and delivery timelines would be contained within the complete solicitation documents and specifications. The place of performance and delivery location for these wood utility poles and hardware are not specified in this abbreviated notice and should be confirmed by reviewing the full solicitation documentation available through the Department of Energy's procurement channels.