Connector #1/0-#4/0 acsr mini-wedge (no tool reqd)

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for 635 units of Connector #1/0-#4/0 ACSR Mini-Wedge (No Tool Required), item number 0376689, with quotes due September 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time and delivery required by October 9, 2026. This RFQ is restricted to certified Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) in Shelby County, Tennessee — a sheltered-market set-aside that filters all eligible respondents.

The scope is a non-tension hand-installed wedge connector for electrical transmission lines, installed using channel-lock pliers, with a gauge range of 1/0 to 4/0. The specified manufacturer is American Pamcor (catalog number 83631-2). Bidders must indicate the manufacturer and catalog number in the "Note to Buyer" field and provide lead-time information; any alternate products require submission of a data sheet with the bid. All respondents must comply with foreign adversary certifications, debarment requirements, and nondiscrimination provisions and must acknowledge acceptance of MLGW's standard terms and conditions governing warranties, delivery, inspection, indemnification, and dispute resolution under Tennessee law.

Pricing is quoted on a per-unit basis. Freight terms are FOB Memphis, Tennessee with prepaid freight and allowance. Payment terms indicate a minimum of 30 days processing time for invoice payment. Shipment is directed to MLGW's Ship Receive facility at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423.

The RFQ is structured as a blind quote with invitation-only participation, allowing suppliers to submit multiple responses and permitting MLGW to close negotiation before the stated close date. LSB certification documentation and completed signature pages are required.