Wire WEA-resis / 34-2502

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for splice straight heat shrink connectors for underground electrical cable applications under RFQ WEA-RESIS / 34-2502, with quotations due September 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a restricted solicitation limited to invited suppliers.

The scope calls for five units of splice straight heat shrink connectors rated 1/C 750–500 KCM PILC 600A 25KV, manufactured to MLGW Material Description #38-6726 (January 7, 1991). Approved manufacturers are Raychem HVS-2583D or Raychem HVS-2583E-MLGW. Bidders quoting alternate products must submit supporting data sheets. Delivery is required by October 2, 2026, FOB Memphis, Tennessee to NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38108-2423.

Pricing must be submitted on a unit basis with all applicable costs included; shipping, packaging, taxes, and other incidentals are prohibited without express written consent. Invoices must reflect any applicable cash discounts, with a minimum of 30 days allowed for invoice processing. Bidders must provide Locally Owned Small Business (LSB) certification, a completed signature page, and the manufacturer and catalog number in the "Note to Buyer" field along with lead time information. Multiple responses per bidder are permitted, but each must include full quantities on all line items. MLGW reserves the right to close negotiation before the stated close date or manually extend it.