Safety Material

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for safety materials—kneeling pads and nitrile and latex grip gloves in specified sizes—with quotes due August 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This solicitation is restricted to invited suppliers only, a constraint that narrows the competitive field.

The scope comprises seven line items: 100 kneeling pads (ESTEX model #2735-11-18); 576 pairs of medium micro-foam nitrile grip gloves (PIP G-TEK MAXIFIT #34-9025M); 864 pairs of large micro-foam nitrile grip gloves (PIP #34-9025L); 864 pairs of extra-large micro-foam nitrile grip gloves (PIP #34-9025XL); 576 pairs of medium flex-tuff texture latex palm dip gloves (Memphis Glove #9680M); 864 pairs of large flex-tuff texture latex palm dip gloves (Memphis Glove #9680L); and 864 pairs of extra-large flex-tuff texture latex palm dip gloves (Memphis Glove #9680XL). Bidders may submit multiple responses on individual line items. Alternates to the approved products list require submission of supporting datasheets. Pricing is on a unit basis with FOB Memphis, Tennessee, prepaid delivery. All materials must be delivered by September 21, 2026 to the Joyce M Blackmon Training Center in Memphis, Tennessee.

Bidders must specify manufacturer and catalog numbers, note lead times in the buyer's comments field for each line item, and submit signed bids using MLGW's bid forms. MLGW will not accept seller master agreements or alternative terms and conditions. The contract is governed by Tennessee law with dispute resolution in Shelby County courts. Payment processing requires a minimum of 30 days from invoice receipt or goods acceptance, whichever is later. Compliance requirements include price warranties, nondiscrimination, material safety data sheets for hazardous materials, and Foreign Adversaries certification.