Ames Ionwave #2026-135

Ames, IA: Overhead Electric Distribution and Transmission Pole Inspection Services Sought

The City of Ames Electric Services Department is seeking a contractor to perform comprehensive overhead inspections of its electric distribution and transmission poles and lines. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames Electric Services Department (Purchasing Office) - Scope of Services: - Visual inspection of overhead electrical lines, 15 kV distribution poles, 69 kV and 161 kV transmission poles, and related structures - Assess pole conditions, metal structures, crossarms, hardware, insulators, conductors, guys, and equipment - Ensure compliance with National Electric Safety Code (NESC), Iowa Electrical Safety Code (IAC 199, Chapter 25), and local standards - Deliverables include detailed inspection reports, GIS data integration, and sample reporting documents - Requirements: - Inspectors must be trained and certified per 2023 NESC and Iowa Electrical Safety Code - Minimum three years of professional inspection experience - Supervision by a professional electrical engineer registered in Iowa - Pole inspectors must be certified by the Iowa Department of Agriculture in Category 7E, Wood Preservatives - Contractor must provide all equipment, transportation, and personnel; no subcontracting allowed - All documents and data produced are City property - Notable Vendors Expressing Interest: - Absolute Power LLC - Breton Enterprises/Breton Electrical Services - Collins Engineers - Fletcher Reinhardt Company - Force Fitters LLC - Olameter Corporation - Olsson - Osmose Utilities Services - Rabe Hardware Inc. - Solomon Corporation - Tompkins Furman & Associates Inc - True Solar - Pricing: - All-inclusive daily rate for inspection services, including labor, mileage, telecommunications, and administrative expenses - Maximum total project cost ceiling required - Locations: - Work performed in Ames, Iowa - Delivery location: Electric Administration, 502 Carroll Avenue, Ames, IA 50010 - Contracting office: City Hall, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010 - Contract Term: - One-year initial term, with up to four one-year renewal options - Approximately 650 poles inspected annually

Description

The City of Ames is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to provide overhead inspection services for the Electric Services Department. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. The scope includes inspection of overhead lines and distribution and transmission poles to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards. Inspectors must be trained and certified, and the contractor must provide all necessary equipment and transportation. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make awards in its best interest.

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