Various PVC Bends

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for various PVC bends used in underground utility duct installations, with quotations due September 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This procurement is sheltered exclusively for certified Locally Owned Small Businesses (LSBs) with headquarters in Shelby County, Tennessee — a hard eligibility gate.

The scope comprises three line items: 40 units of 6-inch PVC bends at 22.5 degrees with 48-inch radius; 40 units of 6-inch PVC bends at 45 degrees with 48-inch radius; and 20 units of 6-inch PVC bends at 90 degrees with 48-inch radius. All products must comply with NEMA Publication TC-8 and TC-9 standards for PVC plastic utilities duct. Pricing is submitted on a per-unit basis with all costs including freight, packaging, and ancillary charges unless otherwise approved in writing by MLGW. Bidders must include manufacturer name, catalog number, and lead-time information in the Note to Buyer field and submit LSB certification, complete signature page, and Foreign Adversary Certification.

Delivery is required to the MLGW Ship Receive facility at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423 by October 2, 2026. Payment terms are FOB Memphis, Tennessee, with freight prepaid and allowed; invoice processing requires a minimum of 30 days. MLGW reserves the right to reject any bid, cancel the order with or without cause, or terminate for default. The contract is governed by Tennessee law with disputes litigated in Shelby County courts. Negotiations are restricted to invited suppliers only, and multiple responses per supplier are permitted.