Opportunity
Lincoln Electric System Procureware #076-26
LES Security Fence Installation and Removal at 40th & Gertie Substation
Posted
June 15, 2026
Respond By
June 30, 2026
Identifier
076-26
NAICS
238990
Lincoln Electric System (LES), a public utility in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking bids for the furnishing and installation of a security fence at its 40th & Gertie Substation. - Government Buyer: - Lincoln Electric System (LES) - Procurement Department - Project Scope: - Installation of approximately 326 feet of 7-foot high chain link fence topped with 1 foot (or 3 rows) of barbed wire - Installation of a single swing gate to fit a 4-foot opening (International Security Products catalog #PL152 specified for gate latch) - Removal of 310 feet of existing chain link fence, including fabric, framework, and barbed wire - Mobilization and site cleanup - Materials & Technical Requirements: - Chain link fabric: 7-foot high, 2-inch mesh, 9-gauge steel, hot-dipped galvanized or aluminized per ASTM standards - Barbed wire: Three rows, metallic coated steel, double 12-gauge twisted strand wire with 4-point 14-gauge barbs - Steel fence framework: Round steel pipe and rail per ASTM F1043 Group IA, schedule 40 galvanized pipe - Fence fittings: Galvanized pressed steel tension and brace bands, terminal post caps, truss rod assembly, tension bars, barbed wire arms per ASTM F626 - Tie wire and hog rings: 9-gauge aluminum alloy per ASTM F626 - Concrete for post footings: Minimum 28-day compressive strength of 2,500 psi - Identification and warning signs (provided by LES, attached by contractor) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Gate latch must be International Security Products catalog #PL152 - Contractor must maintain substation security during installation - Proper disposal of removed materials; removed material may not be reused - Repair of damaged coatings and site cleanup - Compliance with Nebraska state laws and LES standards - Bidders required to visit the site prior to bidding - No specific OEMs for fence materials; all must meet technical standards - Completion required by the specified date; bidders must state proposed completion date in bid
Description
Lincoln Electric System is requesting bids to furnish and install a security fence per LES Specifications S-26-13 included in this bid solicitation. The project involves installation of approximately 326 feet of 7-foot fabric plus 1-foot barbed wire chain link fence, a single swing gate to fit a 4-foot opening, and removal of 310 feet of chain link fence. The fence work must be completed by August 28th, 2026. The installation must comply with detailed technical specifications and drawings provided by LES.