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Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division is requesting quotations for alkaline AA batteries and Class 3 high-visibility safety vests under RFQ 1808139, with quotes due October 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a sheltered-market opportunity restricted to certified Locally Owned Small Business (LSB) vendors.

The scope comprises 5,546 alkaline AA batteries (1.5 volt, NEDA No. 15A) that must meet ANSI C18.1 specifications and pass portable light testing (180 minutes initially, 160 minutes after 12 months), and 25 Class 3 high-visibility safety vests with fluorescent yellow mesh fabric and reflective striping compliant with ANSI/ISEA 107-2010 standards, featuring non-metallic zippers in size small. Bidders must provide manufacturer and catalog numbers; for safety vests, Class 3 compliance test data and documentation are mandatory. Alternate products require accompanying data sheets.

Delivery to 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee is required by November 6, 2026. Pricing is on a unit basis with FOB Memphis, Tennessee; freight is prepaid and allowed. Lead times must be specified at the line level. Bidders must hold LSB certification and complete the required signature page. Suppliers may submit multiple responses. Payment is net 30 days from invoice receipt or delivery of acceptable goods, whichever is later. Contact Lucy Vick-Watson at Lucy.Vick-Watson@mlgw.org.