Tube water meter reading 2" x 24" flared top

The State of Tennessee is soliciting quotations for two distinct procurements posted October 14, 2026: tube water meter reading devices (2" × 24" flared top) with a quotation due date of October 16, 2026; and ACSR Mini-Wedge connectors (10,529 units, Connector #2-#2, hand-installed, non-tension) also due October 16, 2026.

The connector procurement is issued by Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) and is restricted to certified Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) within Shelby County, Tennessee — a sheltered-market set-aside. Bidders must hold current LSB certification, meet specific ownership and control requirements under Tennessee Code Annotated 4-56-204, and certify they are not foreign adversary companies. The quoted product must be American Pamcor MFG part number 83592-5 or an approved alternate with supporting datasheets. Bidders must indicate the manufacturer and catalog number, submit lead-time information in the Note to Buyer field, and respond with full quantities for each line item. Multiple responses per bidder are permitted. Evaluation is price-only, with FOB Memphis, Tennessee PPD & Allow freight terms. A minimum of 30 days is required for invoice processing and payment. Materials ship to 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423, with a need-by delivery date of November 13, 2026 at 15:00:00. Quotations opened October 13, 2026 at 14:08:51 Pacific Time. Submit responses to Lucy Vick-Watson, MLGW Purchasing Department, 220 South Main Street, PO Box 430, Memphis, Tennessee 38101-0430, or Lucy.Vick-Watson@mlgw.org.

The tube water meter specification document establishes detailed technical requirements, material composition, manufacturing tolerances, and testing protocols. Pricing will be determined through competitive bidding. The contract is designed to establish a source or sources for ongoing supply needs of Tennessee municipalities and water utilities, with potential for volume purchases and renewal options.