Electric Service Pull Box

Nashville Electric Service is soliciting six Electric Service Pull Boxes meeting stringent technical specifications: each unit must be 30 inches wide by 48 inches long by 36 inches deep, constructed monolithically with open bottoms and straight walls to allow for easy grade adjustments, and rated to support a minimum vertical load of 15,000 pounds (Tier 15). The cover must feature a minimum coefficient of friction of 0.50, include provisions for lift hooks, and permanently display the load rating, “ELECTRIC” logo, and manufacturer identification through molded or engraved markings. Fastening must be accomplished using stainless steel ½-inch penta head bolts with self-centering or floating stainless steel nuts. Only four approved manufacturers and their specific part numbers—NEWBASIS PCA304836S-11E, OLDCASTL 30481844, APC CP304836HU2299PS, and HUBBELL A1B304836A017—are acceptable; no substitutions or alternate brands will be considered. The solicitation, issued under number Z4790, requires electronic submission through the vendor Bid Center by 2:00 PM local time on July 16, 2026. Delivery is to be performed in Nashville, Tennessee, with no FOB terms specified and no detailed payment, invoicing, or contract administration information provided. The procurement is handled as a non-federal municipal bid with no reference to federal acquisition regulations, special contract requirements, evaluation weighting, or socioeconomic provisions. The award is likely based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable criterion, given the mandatory technical compliance and limited flexibility in product sourcing.