# North Carolina eVP #320-020926FD

Procurement of CCA-Treated Southern Pine Wood Distribution Poles for City of Rocky Mount

**Posted:** September 17, 2026
**Respond By:** September 30, 2026
**Identifier:** 320-020926FD
**NAICS:** 321114, 423310

The City of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is seeking bids for the supply and delivery 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, ranging from 30 ft (Class 7) to 85 ft (Class 1)
  - Estimated quantities for each size/class (e.g., 30 poles of 30 ft Class 7, 85 poles of 85 ft Class 1)
- Technical Requirements:
  - Poles must meet ANSI 05.1 standards (latest version) and AWPA treatment standards
  - CCA-C oxide preservative treatment with minimum retention of 0.60 pcf and 90% penetration or 3.5 inches, whichever is less
  - Kiln-dried poles with moisture content ≤35%
  - Inspection before and after treatment by a qualified independent inspection firm; 100% penetration testing required
  - Branding, sweep limits, and defect-free wood as specified
- Delivery & Contract Details:
  - Delivery FOB destination within 30 days or from stock within 5 days
  - Firm pricing for contract term; includes delivery and unloading
  - Contract term: October 26, 2026 – September 30, 2027, with two optional one-year renewals
  - Vendors must be pre-qualified, licensed, able to stock poles, and provide 24/7 emergency availability
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified suppliers of treated wood poles.

### Description

This solicitation is for the purchase of CCA-treated Southern Pine distribution poles that meet ANSI specifications for wood poles. The poles must adhere to specific material specifications including sweep limits, branding, and preservative treatment with CCA-C oxide. The treatment process requires pressure treatment per AWPA standards, with moisture content and fixation requirements. All poles must be inspected before and after treatment by qualified independent inspectors, with 100% penetration testing and inspector marks on each pole. Electronic bids are not permitted; submissions must follow the provided instructions.

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