General
Open (issued)
2026-155
Jun 25, 2026 07:00 PM
Jun 16, 2026 04:23 PM
Request for Quote/Qualifications (RFQ)
Local
Original Solicitation Links
Contact
Jill Burt
jill.burt@cityofames.org
+15152395126
515 Clark Avenue, Ames, IA, USA
Submission Instructions
Online
Description

The City of Ames is soliciting quotes for cable and wire to support its Electric Services department. The solicitation includes specifications for 600-volt underground copper cable (Type XLPE USE-2 or RHH/RHW-2) suitable for direct burial applications, and 15kV-class jacketed, concentric neutral, EPR insulated aluminum conductor underground residential distribution (URD) cables. Bidders are required to provide manufacturer specifications and certified test reports for the requested materials. Pricing should be quoted FOB Destination, including all freight and delivery charges. The City reserves the right to award based on responsiveness, price, and availability, and may consider contract administration costs for multiple awards.

Classification Codes
NAICS423610Electrical Apparatus and Equipment, Wiring Supplies, and Related Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
PSC6145Wire and Cable, Electrical
Smart Codes
electric cableunderground cableelectrical wire
Specifications
Supply Only
Timeline
Jun 16, 2026 12:00 PM-Issue Date
Jun 25, 2026 12:00 PM-Questions Deadline
Jun 25, 2026 12:00 PM-Response Deadline
Location
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