Gas Critical Material

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations on gas critical materials — specifically 3/4" and 1" service regulators for natural gas applications — with quotations due October 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time.

The solicitation is restricted to invited suppliers. Two line items are being procured: 305 units of 3/4" service regulators with 1/8" orifice and 7" WC outlet (Item 0461205), and 270 units of 1" service regulators with 1/8" orifice and 7" WC outlet (Item 0461210). Both must meet specified technical requirements for inlet/outlet configuration, internal relief valves, spring range, and painting. Approved manufacturers are American Meter, McDonald, Roots, Fisher Controls, and Sensus. Bidders quoting alternates to the approved products list must submit data sheets and clearly note lead times.

Pricing is quoted on a unit basis, FOB Memphis, Tennessee, freight prepaid and allowed. Payment processing requires a minimum of 30 days. Prices must be complete with no additional charges for shipping, packaging, labeling, or ancillary costs without express written consent from MLGW.

Materials must be delivered to NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee by November 16, 2026. Bidders must indicate manufacturer and catalog numbers in the "Note to Buyer" field and may submit multiple responses to selected lines.

The contract is governed by Tennessee law with jurisdiction in Shelby County. Bidders must comply with all federal, state, and local regulations including nondiscrimination requirements and debarment provisions. A sheltered market provision for Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) located in Shelby County with gross annual sales below SIC category limits applies. Bidders must certify they are not foreign adversary companies as defined under Tennessee Code Annotated 4-56-204. Seller warranties cover merchantable quality, conformance to specifications, Fair Labor Standards Act compliance, and non-infringement of patents or copyrights. MLGW's purchases are exempt from state and local taxes.