Sealed Bid: Wire

Memphis Light Gas & Water (MLGW), a Tennessee municipal utility, is requesting quotations for 26,000 feet of #4/0 AWG, 19-strand, bare copper wire with quotations due July 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a restricted solicitation limited to invited suppliers registered as MLGW suppliers with valid iSupplier Portal credentials. The purchase is subject to potential sheltered-market designation favoring Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) based on availability of competitive LSB offers.

The wire must be soft-drawn and tinned, manufactured to ASTM B-8 and B-33 specifications, and supplied on non-returnable reels in 2,000-foot lengths. Total approximate weight is 33,800 pounds (wire and reels combined). Delivery is required by August 3, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to the NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive facility at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423.

Pricing must be submitted on a per-foot basis for the complete quantity. FOB terms are Memphis, Tennessee on MLGW's dock with freight prepaid and allowed. MLGW will not accept sellers' standard contract terms, master agreements, or alternative terms and conditions; all bids must comply with MLGW's stated contract terms. Bidders must complete and submit required documentation, including bid forms and any exceptions to specifications, to avoid bid rejection. All bidders must demonstrate nondiscrimination practices, compliance with Fair Labor Standards, and environmental sustainability commitments. Payment processing requires a minimum of 30 days from receipt of acceptable goods or invoices, whichever is later.