North Carolina eVP #320-020926FD

Solicitation for CCA-Treated Southern Pine Wood Distribution Poles

The City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is seeking bids for a large quantity of CCA-treated Southern Pine wood distribution poles for its electric utility operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Rocky Mount, Purchasing Associate III (Fantashia Dickens) - Products Requested: - CCA-treated Southern Pine wood distribution poles - Multiple sizes and classes, including: - 30 ft (Classes 7, 6, 5) - 35 ft (Classes 6, 5, 4) - 40 ft (Classes 5, 4, 3, 2) - 45 ft (Classes 5, 4, 3, 2) - 50 ft (Classes 4, 3, 2) - 55 ft (Classes 4, 3, 2) - 60 ft (Classes 3, 2, 1) - 65 ft (Classes 3, 2) - 70 ft (Class 3) - 80 ft (Class 2) - 85 ft (Class 1) - Estimated quantities range from 30 to 85 poles per line item - Technical & Unique Requirements: - All poles must be made from Southern Yellow Pine and treated with CCA-C oxide preservative - Must meet ANSI (standard 05.1, latest version) and AWPA standards - Strict requirements for sweep limits, branding, absence of defects, moisture content (≤35%), and inspection - 100% penetration testing and independent inspection before and after treatment - Delivery FOB destination within 30 days, or 5 days if from stock - Vendors must be pre-qualified, licensed, able to stock inventory, and provide 24/7 emergency availability - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named; multiple commercial wood pole manufacturers could compete - Contract term is approximately one year with two optional one-year renewals at the same price and terms

Description

The solicitation is for the purchase of CCA-treated southern pine distribution poles that meet specific ANSI and AWPA standards. The poles must comply with detailed specifications regarding dimensions, preservative treatment, moisture content, and inspection requirements. The procurement is managed by the City of Rocky Mount and requires submission of bids according to the instructions provided in the attached RFQ document. Electronic bids are not permitted, and all poles must meet RUS specifications and pass 100% penetration testing by a qualified independent inspector.

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