Double Arming Bolts

The contract involves the procurement of double arming bolts, also known as threaded double end rods, supplied to Nashville Electric Service in Tennessee. The bolts are specified in two sizes: one-inch diameter by 14 inches long, and one-inch diameter by 24 inches long. Each bolt features five inches of threads on both ends, cone-type points at each end, and comes with four hex nuts threaded on. The bolts must be made from Grade A325 or A449 high-strength steel and hot-dipped galvanized according to ASTM A153 standards, ensuring durability and corrosion resistance. Approved manufacturers and part numbers are listed for each size, including STLCTY, Allied, Hughes, Victory, and Fastenal. The solicitation, identified by number Z4547, was posted on June 2, 2026, with a response deadline of June 9, 2026. The agency responsible is Nashville Electric Service, a state, local, and education government entity based in Nashville, Tennessee. The contract calls for a total quantity of 75 pieces, with the purchase order and communication managed by Tiffany Caruthers, the procurement contact. The contract's purpose is to acquire these specific bolts meeting strict quality and manufacturer requirements to support the agency’s infrastructure needs.