Opportunity

Ames Ionwave #2026-138

City of Ames Solicits 15kV EPR-Insulated Copper Power Cable from Kerite or Okonite

Posted

May 20, 2026

Respond By

May 29, 2026

Identifier

2026-138

NAICS

423610

The City of Ames Electric Services is seeking quotes for high-voltage power cable to support its electric distribution needs. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames Electric Services (Finance Office, Procurement Specialist: Jill Burt) - OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers): - Kerite - Okonite - Products Requested: - 6,000 feet of 750 KCMIL compact copper conductor, 15 kV-class, tape-shielded, 220 mil EPR (ethylene propylene rubber) insulated power cable - Part Number: CITY STOCK # 880 002 04081 - Must meet ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, AEIC CS8, ICEA S-93-639 standards, and City of Ames specification 15kV PWR CABLE-EPR_LCC_6-9-2016 - Suitable for duct, direct buried, and riser/outdoor applications - Manufactured under ISO 9001:2000 or later QMS - U.S. or Canadian production required - Delivery & Packaging Requirements: - Cable delivered on non-returnable reels (max 72" flange, 60" width, max 8,000 lbs per reel) - 2,000-foot reels preferred - Delivery on flatbed trucks only (enclosed vans not accepted) - 24-hour advance delivery notice required - Warranty & Documentation: - Minimum one-year warranty against manufacturing defects - Bidders must submit material specifications and manufacturer catalog pages - Only cables manufactured by Kerite or Okonite are acceptable; bidders must be the manufacturer, authorized factory representative, or authorized distributor

Description

The City of Ames is seeking quotes for 15kV cable for Electric Services. The procurement involves jacketed, 15 kV-class, tape-shielded, 220 mil ethylene propylene rubber (EPR) insulated, copper conductor power cable suitable for duct, direct buried, and riser/outdoor applications. The cable must conform to specified standards and material specifications, including delivery on non-returnable reels with specific size and weight limits. Bidders must submit their quotes before the deadline, and the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and make awards in the best interest of the City.

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