Opportunity
Lincoln Electric System Procureware #066-26
Lincoln Electric System Solicits 15kV 750 kcmil EPR Power Cable for Substation Use
Posted
June 04, 2026
Respond By
June 23, 2026
Identifier
066-26
NAICS
335929
Lincoln Electric System (LES), the public utility for Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of high-voltage power cable for utility substation use. - Government Buyer: - Lincoln Electric System (LES), Lincoln, Nebraska - Products/Services Requested: - 15kV class III, 133% 105C EPR insulated, 750 kcmil compressed stranded copper, single conductor power cable - Jacketed, copper tape shielded, suitable for direct burial, wet/dry locations, and sunlight exposure - Must comply with ICEA S-97-682-2023 and AEIC CS8-20 standards - Each reel: approx. 1,000 feet (±10%), nonreturnable wood reels - Total shipment: specified amount (±5%) - LES Material Number: 7798 - Shipping and delivery to Lincoln, Nebraska (FOB) - Notable Requirements: - Manufacturer must have at least 20 years of experience producing 15kV cable for U.S. utilities - Certified test reports, service record, and periodic extrusion qualification test reports required - Strict quality assurance and warranty provisions (minimum two years from delivery or one year from service) - Acceptance testing by LES upon delivery - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named in the solicitation - Potential manufacturers include major U.S. power cable OEMs (see competitors section) - Intended Use: - Cable will be installed between 115 kV/12.5 kV substation transformers and 12.5 kV substation feeder breakers
Description
Lincoln Electric System is requesting bids to furnish and deliver 750 linear feet of 15kV EPR power cable as per LES specifications. The cable must meet detailed technical and manufacturing standards including insulation, conductor, and shielding requirements. Bids must be submitted through the LES Online Procurement System by June 23, 2026. The cable will be delivered FOB Lincoln, Nebraska, and must comply with specified delivery and quality assurance conditions.