Washers

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is soliciting quotes for galvanized washers under RFQ 1810256, with quotes due November 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The RFQ is restricted to invited suppliers, and bidders must submit LSB (Locally Owned Small Business) certifications with their responses, which limits eligibility to certified local small businesses in Shelby County, Tennessee.

The procurement covers two line items. Item 0377432 is 586 round flat galvanized washers with 2-inch outer diameter for 1-inch bolts. Item 0377475 is 1,241 square flat galvanized washers measuring 2-1/4 by 2-1/4 by 3/16 inches with an 11/16-inch hole for 5/8-inch bolts. Approved manufacturers for the square washers are A.B. Chance, Joslyn, McGraw-Edison, Oliver, and Steel City Bolt. Bidders must identify the manufacturer and catalog number being quoted, along with lead times, in the Note to Buyer field.

Delivery is required by November 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. to the NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive facility at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423. Pricing is requested FOB Memphis, Tennessee with freight prepaid and allowed, and payment terms require a minimum of 30 days for invoice processing. Bids must be signed in blue ink on the provided signature page.

All communication must go through the designated buyer, Lucy Vick-Watson, at Lucy.Vick-Watson@mlgw.org or 901-528-4701, as bidders are prohibited from contacting other MLGW representatives. The contract is governed by Tennessee law, with disputes resolved in Shelby County courts. Standard terms include warranties of merchantable quality, fair labor standards compliance, patent indemnification, and nondiscrimination requirements.