PVC Couplings

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for PVC couplings under a sheltered-market procurement restricted to certified Locally Owned Small Business (LSB) participants, with quotations due October 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a decision-flipping set-aside: only certified LSBs may bid, and the procurement requires responsive bids from at least three qualified LSBs to maintain the sheltered designation.

The scope comprises two line items: 75 units of 4-inch PVC couplings (NEMA standard TC3, slip x slip, catalog number 0383262) and 37 units of 3-inch PVC couplings (NEMA standard TC3, slip x slip, catalog number 0383260). Both items must be gray, sunlight-resistant, and injection-molded or thermoformed from NEMA standard TC2 extruded stock in accordance with NEMA standard TC3 specifications for electrical plastic conduit and fittings. Bidders must provide LSB certification, a completed signature page, manufacturer and catalog number being quoted, lead times, and data sheets for any alternate products proposed.

All costs must be included in the per-unit price; no additional charges are permitted for shipping, packaging, labeling, customs duties, taxes, storage, insurance, boxing, or crating. Payment terms are FOB Memphis, Tennessee with freight prepaid and allowed. Shipment is directed to NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423. The need-by date is November 13, 2026. Bidders must comply with nondiscrimination requirements, foreign adversary certifications, debarment provisions, intellectual property warranties, and all federal, state, and local laws, and demonstrate commitment to environmental sustainability practices.