Duct Sealing Compound and Lead Sleeves

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division is requesting quotations for duct sealing compound and lead sleeves under RFQ 1808066, with quotations due October 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a blind-quote solicitation restricted to invited suppliers only; all bidders must respond to both line items and submit a Local Small Business certification copy with their bid.

The scope comprises 76 pounds of duct sealing compound in 5-pound packages (Item 0382955) and 510 pounds of lead sleeves measuring 6-1/2" inner diameter by 3/16" wall thickness by 30" in length (Item 0386665). The duct sealing compound must be a synthetic putty-like plastic suitable for manhole and cable entrance sealing, with effective working temperature range of –35°F to 200°F, excellent adhesion and shape retention, and no asbestos content. The lead sleeves must conform to MLGW Specification #38-66XX dated December 19, 1966. Approved manufacturers are Nashua (duct sealing compound, Model KM-1146) and Fed-Fry Metals, G.A. Avril Company, or Taracorp Industries (lead sleeves); bidders must provide manufacturer and catalog number for quoted products and lead time information. Alternate products require supporting datasheets.

Pricing is per-pound basis, FOB Memphis with freight prepaid and allowed. Need-by delivery date is October 30, 2026; shipment to MLGW's dock at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423. Bidders must sign bid documents in blue ink; failure to do so results in rejection. Standard commercial terms include 30-day minimum processing time for invoices. All applicable warranties and compliance requirements apply per the detailed terms and conditions.