Compound inhibitor 8 OZ tube

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for compound inhibitor in 8-ounce tubes under RFQ 1804862, with quotations due August 31, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a sheltered-market procurement exclusively for certified Local Small Businesses; if fewer than three acceptable offers are received, MLGW may withdraw and re-solicit on an unrestricted basis.

The scope is a compression joint compound with oxide-inhibiting and anti-seizing properties for insulated high-voltage electrical connections in aluminum-to-aluminum and aluminum-to-copper cable applications. The compound must be non-toxic and non-flammable, supplied in plastic squeeze bottles. The approved manufacturer is BURNDY, catalog number PENA13-8. Bidders must submit the manufacturer and catalog number in the note-to-buyer field; alternate products require submission of data sheets and lead-time information.

MLGW seeks 64 tubes with a need-by date of September 30, 2026. Pricing is FOB Memphis, Tennessee, prepaid and allowed, and must be complete with no additional charges permitted without express written consent from MLGW — shipping, packaging, labeling, customs duties, taxes, storage, insurance, and boxing are included. Payment processes a minimum of 30 days from invoice receipt or goods acceptance, whichever is later. All goods shipped must include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) as required by law. MLGW reserves the right to inspect, test, and reject nonconforming goods; return shipping costs are borne by the seller. Bidders must submit LSB (Locally Owned Small Business) certifications and completed signature pages.