Ames Ionwave #2026-107

The City of Ames Electric Distribution division is seeking bids for Southern Yellow Pine wood poles to support its electric distribution infrastructure. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Electric Distribution (Finance office) - Products Requested: - Southern Yellow Pine wood poles in the following sizes and classes: - 35-foot, Class 5 (15 units) - 40-foot, Class 3 (15 units) - 45-foot, Class 1 (3 units) - 45-foot, Class 3 (15 units) - All poles must: - Meet ANSI 05.1-2002 and AWPA standards - Be pressure treated with DCOI preservative - Be manufactured and branded per Wood Quality Control Inc. (WQC) quality assurance program - Be properly cured, machine shaved, bored, gained, and marked per specifications - Be delivered on self-unloading vehicles with a 24-hour delivery notice - Include a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only Class 5 accepted for 35-foot poles (no substitutes) - Bidders may propose acceptable equivalents for certain items, subject to pre-approval - FOB destination pricing required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named beyond the requirement for WQC branding - Delivery Location: - Electric Distribution, 2208 Edison Street, Ames, IA 50010

The City of Ames is soliciting quotes for the procurement of Southern Yellow Pine wood poles for electric distribution inventory. The poles must meet specific industry standards and be pressure treated as per detailed specifications. The solicitation includes multiple sizes and classes of poles, with delivery requirements and a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Bidders must submit their quotes by March 31, 2026, and comply with all bid instructions and conditions.