Carriage Bolts and Machine Bolts

Nashville Electric Service is soliciting bids for the procurement of industrial bolts under solicitation Z5436. The requirement consists of two primary items: 2,250 carriage bolts (3/8 inch by 4-1/2 inch) with a minimum thread length of 1-3/4 inches, a maximum thread length of 3 inches, and 4,250 lbs ultimate strength, and 2,650 machine bolts (5/8 inch by 12 inch) with a minimum thread length of 6 inches and a minimum tensile strength of 12,400 lbs. Both bolt types must be roll threaded, hot dip galvanized, and supplied with an attached square nut. Machine bolts must specifically feature a cone point. Strict compliance with brand and packaging specifications is required, as alternate brands will not be accepted. All items must be shipped in standard cartons, and bulk packaging is explicitly prohibited. Bidders must submit their proposals through the Bid Center by 2:00 pm local time on November 2, 2026, and must specify their earliest delivery time in calendar days. Delivery timelines and brand compliance are key evaluation factors that may influence the final award decision. The primary procurement contact for this solicitation is Tiffany Caruthers.