Relocate and Replace Strain Poles

The City of Columbia, Tennessee is requesting sealed bids for the relocation and replacement of two span wire galvanized steel strain poles at James Campbell Boulevard and Hillary Drive, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.

The scope includes drilling and pouring new strain pole bases, installation of new galvanized strain poles (28 feet on the SW corner, 33 feet on the SE corner), installation of new 120-volt, 30-ampere electrical service with disconnect, modification of existing conduit (three 2-inch and one 1-inch) approximately 6 feet to the new pole location, modification of existing signal wire, and removal of old poles and bases. The contractor must obtain all necessary permits and comply with required federal, state, and local inspections.

Bidders must submit a single all-inclusive charge on the City-provided bid sheet. Bids of $25,000 or more for prime contractors must include the bidder's Tennessee Contractor's License Number, expiration date, and license classification on the bid envelope. All bids require executed Iran Divestment Act certification, Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit, Certificate of Liability Insurance, and proof of authority to execute the bid. Bidders must be registered as vendors through BidNet Direct or via paper application prior to award.

The contract includes two automatic annual renewal periods unless the City provides written notice of non-renewal within 30 days of the anniversary date. Bidders may submit price-adjustment requests in writing 30 days prior to any annual anniversary, with adjustments applied to the per-unit item cost in effect at the time of request, not to exceed a maximum percentage specified by the bidder. No bid may be withdrawn for 90 days following the bid closing date. Payment will be made in full upon satisfactory completion of all contractual services. Sealed bids must be received at the City Manager's Office at City Hall, where they will be publicly opened and read aloud.