Manhole Gaurd Rail and Gaurd Rail Wench - Tool Room

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for manhole guard rail equipment and accessories under an RFQ restricted to invited suppliers, with quotations due September 9, 2026 at 14:00 Pacific Time. This procurement is reserved exclusively for certified Local Small Businesses (LSB); the anticipated contract value is under $100,000.

The scope comprises three units of Allegro Manhole Guardrail (Model #9401) and three units of Allegro Guard Rail Winch (Model #9401-10). The guardrail features 1-inch steel tubing with powder-coated yellow finish, 33-inch by 33-inch protective area, two chains with hooks and welded marker flags, and collapses to 44 inches by 32 inches by 4 inches for storage. The winch has 300-pound capacity, high-tensile aluminum and steel construction, 3-inch drum, two independent ratchet systems, automatic brake, and includes 1/2-inch by 35-foot nylon braided rope. Delivery is required by October 1, 2026, to the Stores Tool Room at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee.

Bidders must submit LSB certification, complete MLGW bid forms signed in blue ink, and include manufacturer, catalog number, and lead time information. Pricing is FOB Memphis, Tennessee, prepaid and allowed. Bidders must certify compliance with Tennessee Code Annotated 4-56-204 (foreign adversary restriction) and provide equivalent certifications from any subcontractors or suppliers providing information and communication technology. Payment terms require a minimum of 30 days for invoice processing. Lucy Vick-Watson (Lucy.Vick-Watson@mlgw.org) is the buyer. MLGW reserves the right to waive minor irregularities and may close negotiation before the closing date or manually extend it.