Clamp parallel groove 336KCM-1

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for parallel groove clamps (CLAMP PARALLEL GROOVE 336KCM-1) designed for ACSR cable applications, with quotations due September 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time and delivery required by September 30, 2026.

This RFQ is restricted to invited suppliers only. A sheltered market program for Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) applies to purchases under $100,000; LSBs must perform at least 50% of contract costs for manufacturing and must provide LSB certification. Bidders must certify they are not foreign adversary companies as defined by Tennessee law.

The scope comprises 1,398 tin-plated, inhibitor-filled parallel groove clamps rated for #1-336.4 KCM ACSR main lines connecting to #8–#2/0 ACSR taps. Approved manufacturers are Anderson (LC-52-C-XB-GP), Burndy (UCG32RTNS), and Eritech (PG-52C-XB-TP), or equivalent products with supporting datasheets. Clamps must be individually packaged. Bidders must respond with the full quantity on a single line item, indicate the specific manufacturer and catalog number in the "Note to Buyer" field, and provide lead time information.

Pricing must be quoted on a per-unit basis and include all shipping, packaging, labeling, and applicable charges; no additional fees may be added without written consent from MLGW. Freight terms are FOB Memphis, Tennessee, prepaid and allowed, with delivery to NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423. MLGW's purchases are not subject to taxation. All responses must be submitted to Lucy Vick-Watson, Buyer, at Lucy.Vick-Watson@mlgw.org in original blue ink with completed signature pages and LSB certification. A minimum of 30 days is required to process invoices for payment.