TAP kit #2 AL/CU w/sleeve for URD mole

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for 236 units of TAP KIT #2 AL/CU W/SLEEVE FOR URD MOLE under an RFQ with a close date of July 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a sheltered market opportunity restricted to Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) certified in Shelby County, Tennessee; LSB certification documentation is required for all bidders.

The tap kit is designed for #2 standard aluminum/copper cable at 600V for URD mole applications. The specified product is manufacturer HOMAC model 3164-3, consisting of a center-formed tongue compression lug with oxide inhibiting compound, a button head hexagon socket cap screw with captive Belleville washer, and a rubber force-fit sleeve with O-rings and silicone grease, packaged 25 per sealed cardboard box. Bidders must note lead time in their submission.

Shipment is due August 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to the NC03 SR 85 facility at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, TN 38108-2423. Pricing is on a unit basis with FOB Memphis, TN terms, freight prepaid and allowed. Payment terms allow a minimum of 30 days for invoice processing. Bidders must submit a signed bid document, include LSB certification documentation, specify the manufacturer and catalog number, and submit required Foreign Adversary Certification per Tennessee Code Annotated 4-56-204 to avoid disqualification. The RFQ is restricted to invited suppliers, with multiple responses permitted. MLGW's standard terms and conditions apply, including compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and nondiscrimination requirements. Contact Lucy Vick-Watson at Lucy.Vick-Watson@mlgw.org or 901-528-4701.