Storeroom material: enamel coal TAR

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for enamel coal tar base pipeline material, with quotations due August 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This procurement is restricted to certified Local Small Businesses (LSB).

The requirement is three pounds of coal tar base pipe line material free of asphalt, with penetration specifications of 4–9 at 77 degrees Fahrenheit and 12–25 at 115 degrees Fahrenheit per ASTM D-5 testing standards. Filler ash content must be between 25–35 percent. Material is furnished in 100-pound bags on disposable-type paper pallets. Approved manufacturers are Allied Chemical and USS Chemicals for plasticized enamel products; alternates require supporting data sheets. Bidders must specify the manufacturer and catalog number in the note-to-buyer field.

Quotations are priced per pound, FOB Memphis, Tennessee, with freight PPD and ALLOW. Payment processing allows a minimum of 30 days. Delivery is required by September 16, 2026, to 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108.

Bidders must submit responses on provided bid forms and attach LSB certification and a completed signature page. The terms govern acceptance, delivery, inspection, warranties, intellectual property, indemnification, and compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and Tennessee Code Annotated 4-56-204 (foreign-adversary requirements).