Distribution Wood Poles

The Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) is seeking proposals for the supply of distribution wood poles to support its extensive electric and water service operations within a service area of approximately 130 square miles. BPU serves around 67,000 electric customers and 55,000 water customers, managing a substantial infrastructure that includes 121 miles of transmission lines, 1,284 miles of distribution lines, and 1,587 miles of secondary wire circuits. The contract aims to ensure the continued reliability and safety of the utility’s distribution network by sourcing quality wood poles. The solicitation, identified as RFP-80082-3-0-2024/KH, was posted on May 16, 2024, with a deadline for responses set for May 31, 2024. The project’s estimated value ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and it falls under NAICS code 336390, which pertains to other electrical equipment and component manufacturing. Interested parties can find additional details and submit their proposals through the provided DemandStar link.