Lincoln Electric System Procureware #071-26

LES Solicits Security Fence Installation and Removal at North Bluff Substation

Lincoln Electric System (LES), the municipal utility for Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking bids for the furnishing and installation of a new security fence at the North Bluff Substation. - Government Buyer: - Lincoln Electric System (LES), Procurement Department - Project Scope: - Installation of approximately 927 feet of 7-foot high chain link fence with 1-foot (3 rows) of barbed wire - Removal of 525 feet of existing similar fencing - Mobilization and site preparation - Installation of double swing gates (with latch model PL152) - Attachment of LES-provided identification and warning signs - Site cleanup and restoration - Materials and Technical Requirements: - Chain link fabric: 2-inch mesh, 9-gauge steel, hot-dipped galvanized or aluminized coating per ASTM standards - Fence framework: Heavy industrial, round steel pipe (ASTM F1043 Group IA, Schedule 40) - Barbed wire: Metallic coated steel, ASTM A121, double 12-gauge twisted strand with 4-point 14-gauge barbs - Fittings, tie wires, and hog rings: Galvanized or aluminum alloy per ASTM F626 - Concrete footings: Minimum 2,500 psi compressive strength - All materials must meet LES and ASTM specifications - Services: - Complete installation and removal of fencing, gates, and related hardware - Coordination with ongoing substation activities to maintain security - Temporary fencing may be required during construction - Notable Vendors (expressing interest): - Atkore International - Elite Textile Trading LLC - K&K Fence - PL-Enerserv LLC - Prime Vendor Inc. - WRH, Inc. - OEMs: - No specific OEMs are mandated; all materials must comply with LES and ASTM standards - Unique Requirements: - All work must be completed by the specified deadline - Contractor must provide proof of insurance and performance/payment bonds from Nebraska-licensed, A.M. Best B+ rated insurers - Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance required

Description

Lincoln Electric System is requesting bids to furnish and install a security fence per LES Specifications S-26-12. The project involves installation of approximately 927 feet of 7-foot fabric plus 1-foot barbed wire chain link fence and removal of 525 feet of similar fence. The successful bidder must complete the LES Standard Construction Contract, provide proof of insurance with specified coverage, furnish performance and payment bonds, and submit an Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Request Form. The work must be completed by September 25, 2026, at the North Bluff Substation in Lincoln, Nebraska.

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