IWQ 137730 Purchase of 33 Class 2 Southern Yellow Pine

Gwinnett County is soliciting competitive quotes from qualified vendors for the purchase of 33 Class 2 Southern Yellow Pine timber poles for the Department of Transportation, with quotes due September 11, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Vendors currently on the Gwinnett County ineligible source list are not eligible to submit.

The poles must be 0.15 DCOI treated, M-20 framed, 35 feet in length, and WQC inspected, conforming to the latest edition of GDOT Standard Specifications and ANSI O5.1 standards with a minimum top circumference of 24 inches and fiber stress rating of 1,200 psi. Vendors must provide a 50-year limited warranty against fungal decay and termite damage plus a minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Delivery is required on an F.O.B. Destination basis with freight prepaid to DOT Central, 620 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30045, as quickly as possible to support the Traffic Operations Division's ongoing maintenance operations for raised pavement marker installation and replacement throughout the county.

Bidders must demonstrate authorization to do business in Georgia and an A.M. Best insurance rating of A-7 or higher. Vendors are required to submit a minimum of three project references from the last five years of similar size and scope, complete equipment specifications, manufacturer literature, warranty information, delivery lead time, and service contact information.

Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable vendor. Gwinnett County reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, waive technicalities, split awards, or negotiate terms with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Questions must be directed to Michael Milstein, Purchasing Associate III, at Michael.Milstein@GwinnettCounty.com no later than 3:00 p.m. on September 9, 2026. Quotes should be submitted to Mr. Milstein via email or by mail to the Gwinnett County Financial Services - Purchasing Division in Lawrenceville, Georgia.