What the buyer needs
AI summaryNashville Electric Service requests bids for 11,620 suspension insulators, specifically 35kv polymer insulators with ANSI 52-3 socket and ball end fittings and a section length of approximately 17.25 inches. Vendors must supply specific approved part numbers from Ohio Brass, Grid Power, or MVA Power, as alternate brands will not be accepted. Bidders are required to state their earliest delivery timeframe in calendar days, which may factor into the award decision. Eligibility is restricted to onshore USA organizations, and the required work will occur offsite. Vendors must submit their bids electronically through the Bid Center by 2:00 PM local time on November 5, 2026. Bidders must contact buyer Tiffany Caruthers before the close date if any discrepancies exist between ordering descriptions and part numbers.
Scope of work
- 2000 EA of 35KV polymer suspension insulators with ANSI 52-3 socket and ball end fittings
- Section length of approximately 17.25 inches (3 bell equivalent)
Minimum qualifications
- Must supply approved manufacturers and part numbers: OHIO 405003-1301, GRID POW PDI35-15K-BS, or MVA POWE DEIP35KV394115SB
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the Bid Center
- Instructions
- Must be received by 2:00 pm local time on the published close date using the Bid Center.