Opportunity

British Columbia BCBid #RFP 23636

BC Hydro Solicits Wire and Cable Materials for Transmission and Distribution

Posted

July 07, 2026

Respond By

August 25, 2026

Identifier

RFP 23636

NAICS

423690

British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) is seeking proposals for the supply of wire and cable materials to support its transmission, distribution, and substation operations. - Government Buyer: - British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of wire and cable materials, including: - Copper steel wire - Bare wire - Covered but not insulated wire - Insulated or covered wire - Submarine cable - Control cable - Power cable - High voltage cable termination kits - High voltage cable joining kits - Aluminum conductor polyethylene covered line wire - Intended for use in overhead, underground, and submarine installations - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Materials must be suitable for transmission, distribution, and substation applications - Delivery required within British Columbia - Procurement may involve negotiation and is subject to Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement - All responses must be in English - Contract term is initially 5 years, with possible extensions up to 20 years

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal issued by British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority for the supply of wire and cable materials. The scope primarily covers material supply with specifications for transmission, distribution, and substation requirements applicable to overhead, underground, and submarine applications. The contract is expected to have an initial term of 5 years, extendable up to 20 years, and the procurement may involve negotiation. An optional information session is scheduled for July 15, 2026, and all responses should be submitted in English.

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